What are the schools like in Grover Hill, OH?

Grover Hill is served primarily by Wayne Trace Local. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1.

What is the median household income in Grover Hill?

The median household income in Grover Hill, OH is $55,227 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.6%.

What is the weather like in Grover Hill, OH?

Grover Hill has an average high temperature of 32.5°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 23.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Grover Hill, OH affordable or expensive?

Grover Hill's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Grover Hill is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $58,800 and the median rent is $835 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Grover Hill, OH?

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

Is Grover Hill, OH a Good Place to Live?

Grover Hill is a small town of 461 in Ohio, with a median household income of $55,227 and a 6.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Grover Hill is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Grover Hill 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: 86.3

Grover Hill's overall cost of living index is 86.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Grover Hill costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Grover Hill, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$58,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$835	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$55,227	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Grover Hill is served primarily by Wayne Trace Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Grover Hill, OH	National Avg
School District	Wayne Trace Local	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	5.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Grover Hill sees average highs of 32.5°F in January and 85.1°F in July, with 38.4 inches of annual precipitation and 23.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Grover Hill, OH
Average High — January	32.5°F
Average High — July	85.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.4"
Annual Snowfall	23.8"

Demographics

Metric	Grover Hill, OH	National Avg
Population	461	—
Median Age	30.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	40.8%	22.2%
65 and over	10.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Grover Hill

Grover Hill, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

45849

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grover Hill, OH affordable or expensive?

Grover Hill's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Grover Hill roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $58,800 and median rent is $835/month.

What is the crime rate in Grover Hill, OH?

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

What are the schools like in Grover Hill?

Public schools in Grover Hill are operated by Wayne Trace Local. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1. 5.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Grover Hill, OH a good place to live?

Grover Hill, OH has a population of 461, a median household income of $55,227, and an unemployment rate of 6.6%. 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 Grover Hill?

Grover Hill averages 32.5°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.4 inches with about 23.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Grover Hill?

Grover Hill, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 45849.

What is the population of Grover Hill?

The population of Grover Hill, Ohio is 461 with a median age of 30.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Grover Hill?

Key numbers for living in Grover Hill: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $58,800, median household income $55,227, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Grover Hill side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.