Cincinnati

Cincinnati, Ohio Overview

Cincinnati scores 42.2/100 overall (D), ranking #12 of 20 cities in Ohio — below the state composite of 49.1. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 80/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 10/100.

Income & Employment in Cincinnati

The median household income in Cincinnati is $54,314, 15% below the statewide median of $63,715. The local unemployment rate of 4.4% is higher than the state’s 4.1%. Population grew 0.7% recently.

Safety in Cincinnati

With a violent crime rate of 742.8 per 100,000, Cincinnati exceeds the Ohio average of 303. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 4300.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Cincinnati

Cincinnati has a cost of living index of 94.1 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $215,300. Median monthly rent is $953. Renters spend 21.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Cincinnati

The adult obesity rate in Cincinnati is 38.3%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.1%. Residents report an average of 19.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Ohio ranks #37 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Cincinnati

Cincinnati has a high school graduation rate of 84.4%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.5:1. Local districts invest $16,406 per student, well above the national median. The city has 172 public schools serving 97,927 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Cincinnati

The annual average temperature in Cincinnati is 54.9°F. Summers average 72.5°F. Winters average 38.6°F. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches.

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