Reading Township, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
4,377 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$231,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$580 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$557 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.3% 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 31
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
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 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, OH State Senate District 20, OH State House District 69, OH
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Schools

Somerset Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Sheridan Middle School
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Junction City Elementary School
4 miles, S • 4.6 star
Sheridan High School
4 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Ohio University-Lancaster Campus
14 miles, W • 2.3 star
Ohio University-Zanesville Campus
20 miles, E • 2.3 star
Zane State College
20 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fairfield Medical Center
14 miles, W • 4.1 star
Hocking Valley Community Hospital
17 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Licking Memorial Hospital
20 miles, N • 3.2 star
Genesis Hospital
21 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Rickenbacker International Airport
32 miles, NW • 1 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
91 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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