West Lafayette, OH
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
2,759
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
13.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$45,364
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$92,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$432
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$530
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Coshocton County
2
Coshocton Urban Area
2
Ohio
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Coshocton County
3
Coshocton Urban Area
3
Ohio
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 7 | 27 |
| Feb | 2 | 5 | 29 |
| Mar | 3 | 3 | 39 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 3 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 3 | 4 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 71%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 12, OH State Senate District 19, OH State House District 98, OHSchools
Ridgewood Elementary School
<1 miles, SW
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4.6
Ridgewood Middle School
<1 miles, SW
•
4.1
Ridgewood High School
<1 miles, SW
•
4.6
Coshocton High School
5 miles, W
•
3.2
Colleges
Muskingum University
19 miles, S
•
2.3
Kent State University at Tuscarawas
22 miles, E
•
2.3
Buckeye Joint Vocational School
23 miles, E
•
1.4
Zane State College
26 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Coshocton Regional Medical Center
5 miles, W
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3.2
Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center
19 miles, S
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3.2
Cambridge Behavioral Hospital
19 miles, S
Pomerene Hospital
22 miles, N
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5
Airports
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
47 miles, NE
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1.4
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
63 miles, W
•
3.2
Rickenbacker International Airport
70 miles, W
•
1
Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport
78 miles, N
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3.2