What are the schools like in Elmore, OH?

Elmore is served primarily by Woodmore Local. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.3:1.

What is the median household income in Elmore?

The median household income in Elmore, OH is $69,583 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 Elmore, OH?

Elmore has an average high temperature of 33.6°F in January and 84.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Elmore, OH affordable or expensive?

Elmore's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Elmore is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $148,300 and the median rent is $617 per month.

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

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

Is Elmore, OH a Good Place to Live?

Elmore is a small town of 1,601 in Ohio, with a median household income of $69,583 . Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Elmore 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: 90.4

Elmore's overall cost of living index is 90.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Elmore costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Elmore, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$148,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$617	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,583	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Elmore is served primarily by Woodmore Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.3:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Elmore, OH	National Avg
School District	Woodmore Local	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Elmore sees average highs of 33.6°F in January and 84.6°F in July, with 38.2 inches of annual precipitation and 26.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Elmore, OH
Average High — January	33.6°F
Average High — July	84.6°F
Annual Precipitation	38.2"
Annual Snowfall	26.2"

Demographics

Metric	Elmore, OH	National Avg
Population	1,601	—
Median Age	37.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	85.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.6%	6.3%
Under 18	25.9%	22.2%
65 and over	11.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Woodville, OH 4 mi Lindsey, OH 5 mi Genoa, OH 5 mi Hessville, OH 5 mi Rocky Ridge, OH 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Elmore

Elmore, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

43416

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elmore, OH affordable or expensive?

Elmore's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Elmore roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $148,300 and median rent is $617/month.

What is the crime rate in Elmore, OH?

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

What are the schools like in Elmore?

Public schools in Elmore are operated by Woodmore Local. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.3:1. 28.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Elmore, OH a good place to live?

Elmore, OH has a population of 1,601, a median household income of $69,583, 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 Elmore?

Elmore averages 33.6°F in January and 84.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.2 inches with about 26.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Elmore?

Elmore, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 43416.

What is the population of Elmore?

The population of Elmore, Ohio is 1,601 with a median age of 37.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Elmore?

Key numbers for living in Elmore: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $148,300, median household income $69,583, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Elmore side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.