Median Age
33 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 23% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
15%
Nelsonville, OH
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$521
Population
5,088
Renter Mix
56% Rent
Hocking Hills’ Historical Star of a Town
College Town
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Artistic
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Historic
Nelsonville is known as the star of the Hocking Hills region because of its rich history. The small town was once famous in the coal, clay, salt, and brick-making industries. Home of the Star Brick, Nelsonville was an epicenter for brick making during the Industrial Revolution. The town gained worldwide recognition when the Nelsonville Block brand won first prize at the World’s Fair in 1904. You can even see the last of the remaining brick kilns at Nelsonville Brick Park.
Now, Nelsonville is known for interesting attractions. Hop aboard the Hocking Valley Railway for a scenic ride on a portion of the railroad line that once transported salt, coal, and brick out of the town. The railway is a popular spot and does themed rides throughout the year. Residents also spend their time enjoying Nelsonville’s gorgeous natural areas. Rent a kayak at Murray’s Landing and paddle down the Hocking River or bike down the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway, a 21-mile ride with inspiring scenery.
Nelsonville is also known for its thriving arts community. The art district is based at Public Square, the heart of town where most special events are held. Stuart’s Opera house is the cornerstone of the arts district. The restored theater that once showcased vaudeville shows now hosts over 75 live performances and multiple arts programs. Admire art at the Majestic Annex or purchase ceramic supplies at the Nelsonville Emporium. Every year the town hosts the Nelsonville Music Fest right in the arts district.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$38,599
Average: $48,144
Education
809
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,089
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Nelsonville has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
56%
Non-Renters
44%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
10%
Other Education
90%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Nelsonville, OH is $573 for a studio, $521 for one bedroom, $886 for two bedrooms, and $2,012 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Nelsonville has decreased by -17.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$521/month
706 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Nelsonville-York Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
476 Students
Nelsonville-York Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
237 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
253 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
- Hocking Woods Nature Center
- Wayne National Forest-Athens District
- Wayne National Forest-Marietta Unit
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.