What are the schools like in Chardon, OH?

Chardon is served primarily by Chardon Local. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 19.6:1.

What is the median household income in Chardon?

The median household income in Chardon, OH is $86,480 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.

What is the weather like in Chardon, OH?

Chardon has an average high temperature of 32.5°F in January and 81.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 113.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Chardon, OH affordable or expensive?

Chardon's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chardon is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $250,000 and the median rent is $1,034 per month.

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

Chardon has a violent crime rate of 13.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 118.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Chardon, OH a Good Place to Live?

Chardon is a small town of 5,248 in Ohio, with a median household income of $86,480 and a 2.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Chardon stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population.

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

All Chardon 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: 95.2

Chardon's overall cost of living index is 95.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Chardon costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Chardon, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$250,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,034	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$86,480	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Chardon's violent crime rate is 13.9 per 100,000 residents — 96% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

13.9 /100k

Property Crime

118.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Chardon is served primarily by Chardon Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.6:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Chardon, OH	National Avg
School District	Chardon Local	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	19.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	37.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Chardon sees average highs of 32.5°F in January and 81.0°F in July, with 50.7 inches of annual precipitation and 113.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Chardon, OH
Average High — January	32.5°F
Average High — July	81.0°F
Annual Precipitation	50.7"
Annual Snowfall	113.7"

Demographics

Metric	Chardon, OH	National Avg
Population	5,248	—
Median Age	37.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.2%	22.2%
65 and over	19.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bass Lake, OH 2 mi Aquilla, OH 3 mi Kirtland, OH 7 mi Kirtland Hills, OH 7 mi Burton, OH 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Chardon

Chardon, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

44024

Chardon vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chardon, OH affordable or expensive?

Chardon's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Chardon roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $250,000 and median rent is $1,034/month.

What is the crime rate in Chardon, OH?

Chardon's violent crime rate is 13.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 118.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Chardon?

Public schools in Chardon are operated by Chardon Local. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.6:1. 37.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Chardon, OH a good place to live?

Chardon, OH has a population of 5,248, a median household income of $86,480, and an unemployment rate of 2.9%. 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 Chardon?

Chardon averages 32.5°F in January and 81.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.7 inches with about 113.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Chardon?

Chardon, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 44024.

What is the population of Chardon?

The population of Chardon, Ohio is 5,248 with a median age of 37.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chardon?

Key numbers for living in Chardon: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $250,000, median household income $86,480, crime index 4 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chardon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.