New Lexington, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,479 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,447 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$114,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$461 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Perry County
1
Columbus Metro Area
3
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Perry County
2
Columbus Metro Area
5
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 27
Feb 2 5 30
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 1 50
May 5 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 0 42
Dec 3 3 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, OH State Senate District 17, OH State House District 92, OH
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Schools

New Lexington Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
New Lexington Middle School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
New Lexington High School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Hocking College
19 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Ohio University-Zanesville Campus
19 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Zane State College
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Mid-EastCTC-Adult Education
20 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Hocking Valley Community Hospital
17 miles, W • 3.2 star
Fairfield Medical Center
20 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Genesis Hospital
21 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Licking Memorial Hospital
26 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Rickenbacker International Airport
39 miles, NW • 1 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
92 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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