Kettering, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
57,442 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,619 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$660 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$821 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
4
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek Metro Area
4
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
6
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek Metro Area
5
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 28
Feb 2 4 32
Mar 3 2 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, OH State Senate District 6, OH State House District 36, OH
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Schools

Oakview Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Orchard Park Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Van Buren Middle School
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Kettering Fairmont High School
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

The Modern College of Design
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Kettering College
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Kettering Medical Center
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
Miami Valley Hospital
4 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

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