Chauncey, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
822 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,356 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$74,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$463 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$592 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Athens County
2
Athens Urban Area
2
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Athens County
3
Athens Urban Area
3
Ohio
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (58%) (38%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 29
Feb 2 5 32
Mar 2 2 41
Apr 2 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 2 0 43
Dec 2 2 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Athens High School
2 miles, SW · 4.1star
The Plains Elementary School
2 miles, SW · 1.9star
West Elementary School
5 miles, S · 4.6star
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Colleges

Ohio University-Main Campus
5 miles, S · 2.3star
Hocking College
6 miles, NW · 1.4star
Ohio Valley University
32 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Ohiohealth O'BLENESS Hospital
5 miles, S · 3.2star
Hocking Valley Community Hospital
19 miles, NW · 3.2star
Camden Clark Medical Center
32 miles, SE · 2.3star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
76 miles, S · 1.4star
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