What are the schools like in Strasburg, OH?

Strasburg is served primarily by Strasburg-Franklin Local. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.0:1.

What is the median household income in Strasburg?

The median household income in Strasburg, OH is $61,833 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

What is the weather like in Strasburg, OH?

Strasburg has an average high temperature of 36.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Strasburg, OH affordable or expensive?

Strasburg's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Strasburg is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $172,900 and the median rent is $797 per month.

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

Strasburg has a violent crime rate of 37.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 259.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Strasburg, OH a Good Place to Live?

Strasburg is a small town of 2,581 in Ohio, with a median household income of $61,833 and a 3.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Strasburg stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B).

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

All Strasburg 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: 91.3

Strasburg's overall cost of living index is 91.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Strasburg costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Strasburg, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$172,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$797	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	61.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,833	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Strasburg's violent crime rate is 37.1 per 100,000 residents — 90% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

37.1 /100k

Property Crime

259.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Strasburg is served primarily by Strasburg-Franklin Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Strasburg, OH	National Avg
School District	Strasburg-Franklin Local	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Strasburg sees average highs of 36.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July, with 41.4 inches of annual precipitation and 20.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Strasburg, OH
Average High — January	36.0°F
Average High — July	83.7°F
Annual Precipitation	41.4"
Annual Snowfall	20.1"

Demographics

Metric	Strasburg, OH	National Avg
Population	2,581	—
Median Age	46.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.9%	22.2%
65 and over	24.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Strasburg

Strasburg, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

44680

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Strasburg, OH affordable or expensive?

Strasburg's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Strasburg roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $172,900 and median rent is $797/month.

What is the crime rate in Strasburg, OH?

Strasburg's violent crime rate is 37.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 259.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Strasburg?

Public schools in Strasburg are operated by Strasburg-Franklin Local. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.0:1. 22.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Strasburg, OH a good place to live?

Strasburg, OH has a population of 2,581, a median household income of $61,833, and an unemployment rate of 3.7%. 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 Strasburg?

Strasburg averages 36.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.4 inches with about 20.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Strasburg?

Strasburg, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 44680.

What is the population of Strasburg?

The population of Strasburg, Ohio is 2,581 with a median age of 46.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Strasburg?

Key numbers for living in Strasburg: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $172,900, median household income $61,833, crime index 11 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Strasburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.