Scioto County, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
73,118 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,571 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$132,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$474 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$549 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Portsmouth Urban Area
2
Ohio
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Portsmouth Urban Area
5
Ohio
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 31
Feb 3 3 34
Mar 4 1 42
Apr 3 0 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 1 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, OH State Senate District 14, OH State House District 90, OH
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Schools

Clay High School
1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Clay Elementary School
1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Clay Middle School
1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Shawnee State University
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Southern Ohio Medical Center
4 miles, S • 3.2 star
Adena Pike Medical Center
21 miles, N • 4.1 star
Holzer Medical Center Jackson
24 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Rickenbacker International Airport
69 miles, NE • 1 star
Yeager Airport
82 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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