Dayton

Dayton, Ohio Overview

Dayton faces challenges across several categories, earning a F grade (35.4/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Ohio. Even so, the city scores 85/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Safety score of 9/100.

Income & Employment in Dayton

Dayton’s median income of $45,995 is 28% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.3% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 5.4%.

Safety in Dayton

With a violent crime rate of 1182.1 per 100,000, Dayton exceeds the Ohio average of 303. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 4763.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Dayton

Dayton has a cost of living index of 92.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $93,200. Median monthly rent is $866. Renters spend 22.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Dayton

The adult obesity rate in Dayton is 42.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 17.6%. Residents report an average of 21.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Ohio ranks #37 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Dayton

Dayton has a high school graduation rate of 81.8%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.3:1. Local districts invest $17,459 per student, well above the national median. The city has 83 public schools serving 30,339 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Dayton

The annual average temperature in Dayton is 54.7°F. Summers average 72.2°F. Winters average 38.3°F. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches.

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