What are the schools like in Kalida, OH?

Kalida is served primarily by Kalida Local. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.2:1.

What is the median household income in Kalida?

The median household income in Kalida, OH is $97,171 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.6%.

What is the weather like in Kalida, OH?

Kalida has an average high temperature of 33.4°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 10.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Kalida, OH affordable or expensive?

Kalida's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kalida is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $195,800 and the median rent is $843 per month.

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

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

Is Kalida, OH a Good Place to Live?

Kalida is a small town of 1,575 in Ohio, with a median household income of $97,171 and a 1.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Kalida stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Kalida 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: 92.3

Kalida's overall cost of living index is 92.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kalida costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Kalida, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$195,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$843	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$97,171	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Kalida is served primarily by Kalida Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kalida, OH	National Avg
School District	Kalida Local	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	36.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kalida sees average highs of 33.4°F in January and 84.1°F in July, with 38.0 inches of annual precipitation and 10.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Kalida, OH
Average High — January	33.4°F
Average High — July	84.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.0"
Annual Snowfall	10.7"

Demographics

Metric	Kalida, OH	National Avg
Population	1,575	—
Median Age	40.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.2%	22.2%
65 and over	18.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Cloverdale, OH 6 mi Glandorf, OH 7 mi Dupont, OH 7 mi Vaughnsville, OH 8 mi Fort Jennings, OH 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Kalida

Kalida, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

45853

Kalida vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kalida, OH affordable or expensive?

Kalida's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Kalida roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $195,800 and median rent is $843/month.

What is the crime rate in Kalida, OH?

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

What are the schools like in Kalida?

Public schools in Kalida are operated by Kalida Local. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.2:1. 36.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kalida, OH a good place to live?

Kalida, OH has a population of 1,575, a median household income of $97,171, and an unemployment rate of 1.6%. 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 Kalida?

Kalida averages 33.4°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.0 inches with about 10.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kalida?

Kalida, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 45853.

What is the population of Kalida?

The population of Kalida, Ohio is 1,575 with a median age of 40.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kalida?

Key numbers for living in Kalida: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $195,800, median household income $97,171, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kalida side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.