Kettering

Kettering, Ohio Overview

Kettering ranks #3 of 20 cities in Ohio, earning a B grade with a composite score of 55.0/100. The city stands out in Safety (90/100) and Affordability (81/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Kettering

The median household income in Kettering is $71,619, 12% above the statewide median of $63,715. The local unemployment rate of 4% is lower than the state’s 4.1%.

Safety in Kettering

Kettering’s violent crime rate of 95.3 per 100,000 is well below both the Ohio rate of 303 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1458.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Kettering

Kettering 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 $192,500. Median monthly rent is $983. Renters spend 16.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Kettering

The adult obesity rate in Kettering is 33.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 12%. Residents report an average of 16.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Ohio ranks #37 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Kettering

Kettering has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.5:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,349. The city has 12 public schools serving 8,429 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Kettering

The annual average temperature in Kettering is 54.7°F. Summers average 72.3°F. Winters average 38.4°F. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches.

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