Living in London, Ohio
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of London · Census data 2020–2024
London has 10,484 residents with a median age of 41.9. The median household income is $60,231 (16% lower than the Ohio median), the median home value is $201,000, the median rent is $916/month.
London at a glance
- Population
- 10,484
- Median age
- 41.9State: 39.7
- Median household income
- $60,231State: $71,389
- Median home value
- $201,000State: $214,800
- Median rent
- $916/moState: $1,034
- Homeowners
- 63.7%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22.3%
- Average commute
- 23 min
Is London a good place to live?
Pros: Home values 6% lower than the state median; an average commute of 23 minutes; unemployment of 4%; a poverty rate of 10.8%.
Cons: Median household income 16% lower than the Ohio median.
The weather is best in June to September.
Cost of living in London
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In London the median home value is $201,000, 40% lower than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $916 per month, which is 27.8% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $1,364 a month in housing costs.
London median household income
The median household income in London is $60,231 and the income per person is $36,797. 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line (Ohio: 13.3%).
Housing in London: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 4,970
- Owner-occupied
- 63.7%
- Renter-occupied
- 36.3%
- Vacant
- 6.5%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1974
- Average household size
- 2.23
London demographics
- Population
- 10,484
- Median age
- 41.9
- Under 18
- 19.1%
- 65 and older
- 19.4%
- Households
- 4,646
- Foreign-born
- 2.4%
- Veterans
- 9.9%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of London ›
Education in London
22.3% of adults 25 and older in London have a bachelor's degree or higher (Ohio: 31.5%), and 5.2% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in London
- Unemployment rate
- 4%State: 4.8%
- Average commute
- 23 minState: 23 min
- Work from home
- 13.8%
- Drive alone
- 74%
- Public transit
- 0%
- Walk to work
- 1.4%
- Homes with broadband
- 87.7%
London vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | 10,484 | $60,231 | $201,000 | $916 |
| Lafayette | 164 | $36,000 | $181,300 | $1,064 |
| Choctaw Lake | 1,985 | $141,500 | $347,700 | — |
| West Jefferson | 4,392 | $64,136 | $192,100 | $969 |
| Plumwood | 346 | $89,355 | $301,500 | — |
| South Vienna | 541 | $69,118 | $162,100 | $863 |
| Midway | 233 | $62,292 | $136,500 | $1,102 |
| Lake Darby | 4,608 | $97,404 | $233,200 | $1,446 |
| South Charleston | 1,727 | $49,896 | $141,300 | $704 |
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London ZIP code ›Weather and climate ›Living in London: FAQ
What is the median household income in London, OH?
The median household income in London is $60,231, 16% lower than the Ohio median of $71,389 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
What is the average home price in London?
The median home value in London is $201,000, compared with $214,800 in Ohio.
How much is rent in London?
The median gross rent in London is $916 per month, about 27.8% of household income.
Is London, OH a good place to live?
Pluses: home values 6% lower than the state median; an average commute of 23 minutes; unemployment of 4%; a poverty rate of 10.8%. Minuses: median household income 16% lower than the Ohio median.
What is the median age in London?
The median age in London is 41.9 years (Ohio: 39.7).
How long is the commute in London?
The average commute to work in London is 23 minutes; 13.8% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in London?
The unemployment rate in London is 4% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is London?
22.3% of adults in London have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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