What are the schools like in Mantua, OH?

Mantua is served primarily by Crestwood Local. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Mantua?

The median household income in Mantua, OH is $49,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.6%.

What is the weather like in Mantua, OH?

Mantua has an average high temperature of 33.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 45.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Mantua, OH affordable or expensive?

Mantua's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mantua is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $174,200 and the median rent is $743 per month.

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

Mantua has a violent crime rate of 89.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 960.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Mantua, OH a Good Place to Live?

Mantua is a small town of 767 in Ohio, with a median household income of $49,750 and a 8.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

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

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

All Mantua 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: 92.8

Mantua's overall cost of living index is 92.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mantua costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mantua, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$174,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$743	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	48.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Mantua's violent crime rate is 89.2 per 100,000 residents — 77% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

89.2 /100k

Property Crime

960.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Mantua is served primarily by Crestwood Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mantua, OH	National Avg
School District	Crestwood Local	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mantua sees average highs of 33.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July, with 44.5 inches of annual precipitation and 45.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mantua, OH
Average High — January	33.9°F
Average High — July	84.5°F
Annual Precipitation	44.5"
Annual Snowfall	45.0"

Demographics

Metric	Mantua, OH	National Avg
Population	767	—
Median Age	37.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.5%	22.2%
65 and over	13.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hiram, OH 5 mi Aurora, OH 6 mi Garrettsville, OH 7 mi Streetsboro, OH 7 mi Ravenna, OH 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Mantua

Mantua, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

44255

Mantua vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mantua, OH affordable or expensive?

Mantua's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mantua roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $174,200 and median rent is $743/month.

What is the crime rate in Mantua, OH?

Mantua's violent crime rate is 89.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 960.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Mantua?

Public schools in Mantua are operated by Crestwood Local. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 21.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mantua, OH a good place to live?

Mantua, OH has a population of 767, a median household income of $49,750, and an unemployment rate of 8.6%. 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 Mantua?

Mantua averages 33.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.5 inches with about 45.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mantua?

Mantua, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 44255.

What is the population of Mantua?

The population of Mantua, Ohio is 767 with a median age of 37.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mantua?

Key numbers for living in Mantua: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $174,200, median household income $49,750, crime index 32 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mantua side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.