Cost of Living in Ballville, OH

Population 3,853 · Ohio · Data vintage 2023

67
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Ballville offers a notably favorable income-to-housing ratio for its region. The typical home — $185,000 — costs less than 2.4 times median household income of $77,278, a threshold many coastal markets passed a decade ago.

Located 35 miles southeast of Toledo, Ballville falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 73% higher than Toledo's $107,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 61
Rent 76

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Ballville

The median home value in Ballville is $185,100 — 39% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,003/month, 24% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $77,278/year is 4% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 5.6%, above the national average of 4.8%. Ohio's top state income tax rate is 3.8% and the combined sales tax is 7.2%. The climate averages highs of 59.2°F and lows of 44.8°F. Overall, Ballville has a cost of living index of 67 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 33% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$185,100
39% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$170,263
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
24% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
15.4x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
1.6%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$686
1 BR
$748
2 BR
$929
3 BR
$1,199
4 BR
$1,374
Owner-occupied 93.7%
Renter-occupied 6.3%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,003
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,617/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
21.9 min
19% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
5.3%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
90.2%
Carpooled
4.5%
Work from home
5.3%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 3.8%
Total Sales Tax 7.2%
State rate 5.8%
Avg local rate 1.4%
Property Tax 1.6%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$77,278
4% above avg
Per Capita Income
$42,013
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
16% above avg
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Labor Force Participation
60.2%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 18.2%
Graduate degree 8.3%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 52.8
Male median age 54.4
Female median age 51.6

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
59.2°F
Avg Low
44.8°F
Annual Precip
34"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 343745576978828175635039
Low °F 222331415363676659483728
Precip" 1.901.772.563.763.253.673.553.023.072.722.642.12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Ballville, OH?

Ballville has a cost index of 67 (100 = national average). It is 33% below the national average.

What is average rent in Ballville, OH?

The median gross rent in Ballville is $1,003 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Ballville?

The median home value in Ballville is $185,100 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Ballville?

The median household income in Ballville is $77,278 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Ballville, OH?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Ballville is 7.2%. The Ohio state income tax top rate is 3.8%.

Is Ballville, OH affordable?

Yes, Ballville is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 67 — about 33% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Ballville?

Ballville has average high temperatures of 59.2°F and average lows of 44.8°F. Annual precipitation is 34". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Ballville at a Glance

Population
3,853
Median Income
$77,278
Home Value
$185,100
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Unemployment
5.6%
Avg High Temp
59.2°F
Sales Tax
7.2%
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