Cost of Living in Barnhill, OH

With a cost of living index of 68, Barnhill, OH is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 32% cheaper than the national average and 9% below the Ohio state average of 78. Barnhill is a small community of 598 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Barnhill's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $900 (32% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $106,800 (65% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.7x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Barnhill is $62,212, which is 17% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Barnhill. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.8°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches spread over roughly 166 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.