What are the schools like in Berlin, OH?

Berlin is served primarily by East Holmes Local. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.6:1.

What is the median household income in Berlin?

The median household income in Berlin, OH is $73,214 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Berlin, OH?

Berlin has an average high temperature of 35.5°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.1 inches.

Berlin, OH Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Berlin, OH affordable or expensive?

Berlin's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Berlin is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $312,400 and the median rent is $686 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Berlin, OH?

Crime rate data for Berlin is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Berlin, OH a Good Place to Live?

Berlin is a small town of 1,207 in Ohio, with a median household income of $73,214 . Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Berlin stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Berlin is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Berlin city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.0

Berlin's overall cost of living index is 93.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Berlin costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Berlin, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$312,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$686	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$73,214	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Berlin is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Berlin is served primarily by East Holmes Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Berlin, OH	National Avg
School District	East Holmes Local	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	49.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Berlin sees average highs of 35.5°F in January and 83.7°F in July, with 40.7 inches of annual precipitation and 20.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Berlin, OH
Average High — January	35.5°F
Average High — July	83.7°F
Annual Precipitation	40.7"
Annual Snowfall	20.1"

Demographics

Metric	Berlin, OH	National Avg
Population	1,207	—
Median Age	39.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.1%	22.2%
65 and over	17.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Walnut Creek, OH 4 mi Mount Hope, OH 5 mi Millersburg, OH 6 mi Winesburg, OH 7 mi Lake Buckhorn, OH 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Berlin

Berlin, OH is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

44654 44610

Berlin vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berlin, OH affordable or expensive?

Berlin's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Berlin roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $312,400 and median rent is $686/month.

What is the crime rate in Berlin, OH?

Crime data for Berlin is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Berlin?

Public schools in Berlin are operated by East Holmes Local. The district has 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.6:1. 11.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Berlin, OH a good place to live?

Berlin, OH has a population of 1,207, a median household income of $73,214, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Berlin?

Berlin averages 35.5°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.7 inches with about 20.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Berlin?

Berlin, OH is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 44654, 44610.

What is the population of Berlin?

The population of Berlin, Ohio is 1,207 with a median age of 39.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Berlin?

Key numbers for living in Berlin: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $312,400, median household income $73,214, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Berlin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.