Perrysville, OH — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Ashland County · Ohio
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Perrysville based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
833
2023 ACS
Median Income
$42,054
2023
Median Home Value
$102,700
2023
Median Rent
$692
2023
Median Age
30.5
Unemployment
5.8%
Cost of Living Index
73.9
100 = national avg
Perrysville is a city in Ashland County, Ohio, with a population of 833 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Perrysville is one of the communities in Ohio.
The median household income in Perrysville is $42,054, and the median home value is $102,700. The cost of living index is 73.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $692 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, and the median age is 30.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
833
Male
356
42.7%
Female
477
57.3%
Median Age
30.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
4.0%
High School or Higher
40.1%
Foreign Born
1.4%
Veterans
6.0%
Married
35.0%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.173
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
90.6%
Foreign Born
1.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
1.2%
10 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
98.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
753
English Only
98.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Asian
6 speakers
Limited English
0.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
50
6.0% of population
Disability Rate
26.0%
13 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$54,688
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
50
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$54,688
Non-Veteran Income
$26,855
Difference
$27,833
103.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
13
Without Disability
37
Disability Rate
26.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
633
#1 Ancestry
German
21.0% (175)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
17.2% (143)
#3 Ancestry
American
9.4% (78)
Top 15 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
344
Family Households
183
53.2%
Married Couples
139
40.4%
Non-Family Households
161
46.8%
Single Mother Households
11
3.2%
Single Father Households
33
9.6%
Living Alone
140
40.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
193
In Married Couple
136
70.5%
With Single Mother
25
13.0%
With Single Father
32
16.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$62,083
Married Couple Income
$69,792
Single Mother Income
$40,313
Single Father Income
$46,513
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2
Grandparents Responsible
2
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$42,054
-43% vs national
Per Capita Income
$22,267
-40% vs national
Poverty Rate
21.0%
+54% vs national
Gini Index
0.3929
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.8%
+11% vs national
SNAP Recipients
18.3%
of households
How Perrysville Compares
Perrysville vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Perrysville is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Perrysville, OH has a median household income of $42,054, making it the 24,553rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Perrysville has a higher median household income than 13% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Perrysville, OH has a per capita income of $22,267, making it the 24,623rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Perrysville has a higher per capita income than 12% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Perrysville, OH has a poverty rate of 21.0%, making it the 6,619th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Perrysville has a higher poverty rate than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Perrysville, OH has a unemployment rate of 5.8%, making it the 9,713th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Perrysville has a higher unemployment rate than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Perrysville. The median household income here is $42,054.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
+20% vs OH avg
Labor Force
381
Employed
359
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
4.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
30.5
Work from Home
2.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Ohio metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$95.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
73.9
100 = national avg
-26.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,497
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,811
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$779
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The median household income in Perrysville, OH is $42,054, which is 42.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $22,267. The poverty rate of 21.0% is higher than the OH state average of 12.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3929, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, compared to the state average of 4.8%. The labor force is 381. 4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 2.8% working from home. About 72.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 73.9, which is 26.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,497 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — August 2025
Median Sale Price
$90,000
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$68
Days on Market
26
Active Inventory
N/A
Zillow Home Value
$235,968
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
74.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
Pending Sales
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$68
Perrysville vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Perrysville is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Perrysville, OH has a median home value of $102,700, making it the 21,905th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Perrysville has a higher median home value than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Perrysville, OH has a median rent of $692, making it the 18,850th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Perrysville has a higher median rent than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Perrysville, OH has a price per square foot of $68, making it the 19,052nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Perrysville has a higher price per square foot than 8% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Perrysville, OH has a rent burden of 19.7%, making it the 9,164th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Perrysville has a higher rent burden than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$102,700
Median Rent
$692
Total Housing Units
391
Vacancy Rate
12.0%
Owner Occupied
67.7%
Renter Occupied
32.3%
Median Property Tax
$854
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$732
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$854
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
of home value
Median Home Value
$102,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$929
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($854) by the median home value ($102,700). In Perrysville, OH, this works out to an effective rate of 0.83%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Perrysville, OH is $90,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 26 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The median price per square foot is $68. The median rent is $692 per month (Census ACS). About 67.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1965. There are 391 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $854. The effective tax rate is 0.83%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Perrysville. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
46.3
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
49.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
40.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
86.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
12
Public Assistance
$346K
Individual Assistance
$200K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $11K | $80K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms → | Severe Storm | Jun 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Wind Storm Associated With Tropic… → | Severe Storm | Oct 2008 | $115K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Severe Storm | Feb 2005 | $219K | $79K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Nov 2002 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Feb 1977 | — | — |
| Tornadoes, Severe Storms & Flooding → | Tornado | Jul 1969 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Unknown | — | — | $39K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $1K |
| Tornadoes → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Tornadoes, Flooding, Severe Storms, and … → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
58
Total Claims Paid
$761,659
Avg Claim Payout
$13,132
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Federal Funding
$25,890
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $25,890 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Perrysville has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, ice storm, winter weather. The area has had 12 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (5 declarations). 58 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $345,989 in public assistance recovery funding. $199,998 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
37.1%
1.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.4%
3.9pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.9%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.1%
2.5pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.3%
Arthritis
29.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.4%
Loneliness
35.6%
Lack of Support
21.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
31.6%
Mobility
13.7%
Cognitive
15.9%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
4.7%
Self-Care
3.7%
Independent Living
8.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Perrysville has an obesity rate of 37.1%, which is 1.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.4%, 3.9pp above the national average. About 8.1% of adults lack health insurance. 77.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
13.8 mi
Ohiohealth Mansfield Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohiohealth Mansfield Hospital | 13.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center | 14.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Avita Ontario | 15.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Wooster Community Hospital | 20.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Knox Community Hospital | 21.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
916
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PERRYSVILLE VILLAGE | 735 | 0 |
| MOHICAN YOUNG STAR ACADEMY | 181 | 0 |
There are 2 water systems serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-11% vs national
Drive Alone
72.0%
-8% vs national
Work From Home
2.8%
-70% vs national
Carpool
14.4%
Walk
10.7%
How Perrysville's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in Perrysville, OH is 21 minutes, which is 10.7% below the national average of 23 minutes. 72.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 2.8% work from home, which is below the OH state average of 8.5%. 14.4% of workers carpool. 10.7% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
71.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
63.7%
of households
No Internet
24.7%
of households
Total Households
344
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
87.2%
of households
Smartphone
84.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
63.1%
of households
Tablet
46.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
16.0¢
per kWh
-16% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.7¢
per kWh
-31% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.1¢
per kWh
-40% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$135
residential
-8% vs Under 10,000 avg
6% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Ohio averages 16.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $135. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Perrysville vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Population Served
916
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PERRYSVILLE VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 735 | 0 |
| MOHICAN YOUNG STAR ACADEMY | Community | Ground water | 181 | 0 |
71.2% of households in Perrysville have broadband internet access. 63.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 24.7% of households have no internet access. 20.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 916 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Perrysville is located in Ashland County, OH. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Perrysville.
Election Overview
Source: Ashland County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
6,544
24.5%
GOP Votes
19,863
74.5%
Total Votes
26,662
Margin
R+50.0%
Shift from 2020
R+1.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6,544 | 19,863 | 26,662 | 24.5% | 74.5% | R+50.0 |
| 2020 | 6,541 | 19,407 | 26,405 | 24.8% | 73.5% | R+48.7 |
| 2016 | 5,659 | 17,169 | 24,074 | 23.5% | 71.3% | R+47.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Ashland County recorded 26,662 total votes. Republicans won the county with 74.5% of the vote compared to 24.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+50.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Ashland County has shifted 2.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
21
Total Assets
$3.9M
Total Income
$3.2M
Per 10K Residents
252.1
nonprofits
+42.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$517K
Oldest Active
1945
ruling year
Newest Org
2024
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Perrysville
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NUHOP CENTER FOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING | — | $1.9M | $2.2M | 1976 | |
| WOOSTER OUTDOOR CENTER INC | Religion | $943K | $330K | 2001 | |
| WOODS & WATER CHRISTIAN RETREAT INC | Recreation & Sports | $775K | $294K | 1963 | |
| OHIO COMMON PLEAS JUDGES ASSOCIATION HALL OF JUSTICE | — | $258K | $220K | 1979 | |
| FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA STATE ASSOCIATIONS & LOCAL CHAPTER | — | $81K | $99K | 1945 | |
| NEWVILLE CHILDHOOD CANCER | Health Care | $10K | $33K | 2024 |
Perrysville, OH has 21 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $3.9M. The most common category is Recreation & Sports, with 4 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 252.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1945.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
13
Total Approved
$2.3M
Jobs Supported
100
Per 10K Residents
156.1
SBA loans
+16.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
7
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
3 loans
Top Industry
Transportation & Warehousing
Data Span
2001–2022
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
13
Total Amount
$2.3M
Avg Loan
$174,169
Median Loan
$125,000
SBA Guaranteed
$1.6M(72%)
Jobs Supported
100
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
2
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$562K
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$281,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stillion Brothers Equipment Inc. | 1 | $797K |
| Velocity Mechanical Llc | 1 | $400K |
| Tls Trucking | 3 | $238K |
| Thompson Memorials Llc | 1 | $185K |
| Eilenfeld Concessions Llc | 1 | $162K |
| Stillion Brothers Excavating Inc. | 1 | $150K |
| Big Pines Inc | 1 | $126K |
| Gepperth Creative Concepts Llc | 1 | $92K |
| Elwooddoherty | 1 | $48K |
| Claude Doherty | 1 | $47K |
Perrysville, OH has received 13 SBA loans totaling $2.3M in approved funding between 2001 and 2022. The 7(a) program accounts for 13 loans (100% of the total), supporting 100 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Transportation & Warehousing. The most active SBA lender in Perrysville is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 3 loans. That works out to 156.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
16,953
Avg Median Income
$68,330
Avg Home Value
$174,433
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44638 | 1,228 | $68,750 | $168,600 | $996 | 28.5 |
| 44822 | 4,119 | $66,816 | $214,900 | $948 | 45.6 |
| 44838 | 214 | $56,250 | $136,500 | $750 | 0.3 |
| 44842 | 5,571 | $71,524 | $186,600 | $665 | 72.8 |
| 44843 | 2,732 | $89,139 | $201,300 | $743 | 27.4 |
| 44864 | 3,089 | $57,500 | $138,700 | $882 | 59.6 |
Perrysville, OH has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 16,953. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $68,330. The average median home value is $174,433. The average median monthly rent is $831.
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