What are the schools like in Rossburg, OH?

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

What is the median household income in Rossburg?

The median household income in Rossburg, OH is $58,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.8%.

What is the weather like in Rossburg, OH?

Rossburg has an average high temperature of 35.1°F in January and 84.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Rossburg, OH affordable or expensive?

Rossburg's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rossburg is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $99,300 and the median rent is $806 per month.

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

Rossburg has a violent crime rate of 17.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 326.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Rossburg, OH a Good Place to Live?

Rossburg is a small town of 255 in Ohio, with a median household income of $58,125 and a 0.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Rossburg stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All Rossburg 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: 88.6

Rossburg's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rossburg costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rossburg, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$99,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$806	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Rossburg's violent crime rate is 17.6 per 100,000 residents — 95% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

17.6 /100k

Property Crime

326.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Rossburg, 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	0.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rossburg sees average highs of 35.1°F in January and 84.6°F in July, with 40.7 inches of annual precipitation and 26.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rossburg, OH
Average High — January	35.1°F
Average High — July	84.6°F
Annual Precipitation	40.7"
Annual Snowfall	26.0"

Demographics

Metric	Rossburg, OH	National Avg
Population	255	—
Median Age	49.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	11.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.4%	6.3%
Under 18	18.8%	22.2%
65 and over	24.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

New Weston, OH 4 mi Ansonia, OH 5 mi North Star, OH 5 mi Burkettsville, OH 5 mi Yorkshire, OH 8 mi

Rossburg vs Other Cities

Rossburg, OH vs New Weston, OH Rossburg, OH vs Ansonia, OH Rossburg, OH vs North Star, OH Rossburg, OH vs Burkettsville, OH Rossburg, OH vs Yorkshire, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rossburg, OH affordable or expensive?

Rossburg's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rossburg roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $99,300 and median rent is $806/month.

What is the crime rate in Rossburg, OH?

Rossburg's violent crime rate is 17.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 326.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Rossburg?

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

Is Rossburg, OH a good place to live?

Rossburg, OH has a population of 255, a median household income of $58,125, and an unemployment rate of 0.8%. 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 Rossburg?

Rossburg averages 35.1°F in January and 84.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.7 inches with about 26.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Rossburg?

The population of Rossburg, Ohio is 255 with a median age of 49.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rossburg?

Key numbers for living in Rossburg: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $99,300, median household income $58,125, crime index 9 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rossburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.