Springfield

Springfield, Ohio Overview

Springfield faces challenges across several categories, earning a F grade (34.6/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Ohio. Even so, the city scores 86/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Safety score of 8/100.

Income & Employment in Springfield

Springfield’s median income of $45,883 is 28% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 5.2%.

Safety in Springfield

With a violent crime rate of 1263.3 per 100,000, Springfield exceeds the Ohio average of 303. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 4923.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Springfield

With a cost of living index of 88.7, Springfield is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $107,600. Median monthly rent is $805. Renters spend 21.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Springfield

The adult obesity rate in Springfield is 45.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 17%. Residents report an average of 20.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Ohio ranks #37 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Springfield

Springfield has a high school graduation rate of 80.5%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.4:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,350. The city has 27 public schools serving 13,824 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Springfield

The annual average temperature in Springfield is 54.1°F. Summers average 71.9°F. Winters average 37.6°F. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches.

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