What are the schools like in North Madison, OH?

School district data for North Madison is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in North Madison?

The median household income in North Madison, OH is $54,917 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.6%.

What is the weather like in North Madison, OH?

North Madison has an average high temperature of 36.8°F in January and 82.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 113.7 inches.

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

Q: Is North Madison, OH affordable or expensive?

North Madison's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Madison is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $141,700 and the median rent is $1,112 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Madison, OH?

North Madison has a violent crime rate of 83.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 639.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Madison, OH a Good Place to Live?

North Madison is a small town of 8,313 in Ohio, with a median household income of $54,917 and a 7.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: North Madison stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All North Madison 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: 92.9

North Madison's overall cost of living index is 92.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Madison costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Madison, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$141,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,112	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$54,917	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

North Madison's violent crime rate is 83.4 per 100,000 residents — 78% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

83.4 /100k

Property Crime

639.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Metric	North Madison, OH	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Madison sees average highs of 36.8°F in January and 82.3°F in July, with 40.5 inches of annual precipitation and 113.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Madison, OH
Average High — January	36.8°F
Average High — July	82.3°F
Annual Precipitation	40.5"
Annual Snowfall	113.7"

Demographics

Metric	North Madison, OH	National Avg
Population	8,313	—
Median Age	38.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.8%	6.3%
Under 18	22.1%	22.2%
65 and over	17.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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North Madison vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Madison, OH affordable or expensive?

North Madison's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Madison roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $141,700 and median rent is $1,112/month.

What is the crime rate in North Madison, OH?

North Madison's violent crime rate is 83.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 639.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Madison?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is North Madison, OH a good place to live?

North Madison, OH has a population of 8,313, a median household income of $54,917, and an unemployment rate of 7.6%. 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 North Madison?

North Madison averages 36.8°F in January and 82.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.5 inches with about 113.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of North Madison?

The population of North Madison, Ohio is 8,313 with a median age of 38.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Madison?

Key numbers for living in North Madison: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $141,700, median household income $54,917, crime index 25 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Madison side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.