Newark, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
50,393 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,920 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$174,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$757 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Licking 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

Licking County
3
Columbus Metro Area
5
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 28
Feb 2 5 31
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 4 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 3 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, OH State Senate District 20, OH State House District 68, OH
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Schools

John Clem Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Newark High School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Newark Digital Academy
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Central Ohio Technical College
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Licking Memorial Hospital
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Genesis Hospital
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Knox Community Hospital
23 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Akron-Canton Regional Airport
78 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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