Celina, OH

Ohio

Celina is a small city in Ohio with a population of 11,017. Residents earn $66,142 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,017 Population 2,190/sq mi density
$66,142 Median Income $32,473 per capita
$158,800 Home Value $230,954 Zillow
$814 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
183 Violent Crime/100K 3,693 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,142 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,800 home value, $814/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
183 violent crimes/100K (52% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,142
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,800
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 183/100K
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $814
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

How Celina Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,017
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density2,190/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,142
Per Capita$32,473
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$3,995M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,800
Rent$814
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,954

Crime

F
Violent183/100K
Property3,693/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault125/100K
Burglary521/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation887 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute19 min
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Celina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Celina receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Celina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Celina is $66,142, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Celina is $158,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Celina is below the national average at 183 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,693 per 100,000, 88% above the national average.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Celina experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 28.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Celina has a population of 11,017 with a density of 2,190 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

11,017
Total Population
2,190
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Celina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Celina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Celina is $66,142, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Celina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,142
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,473
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$78,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,218
County GDP$3,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare83
Retail165
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,098
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Celina is $158,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,954.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,800
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,954
Median List Price$219,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$219,900
$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio88.9%
Price Drops5.3%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$814
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,098
17% above US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Celina, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Celina vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death7,561/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access72.1%
Healthcare Facilities83
Celina has a violent crime rate of 183 per 100,000 residents, 52% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,693 per 100,000 (88% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Celina vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent183.2/100K
52% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape48.2/100K
Robbery9.6/100K
Assault125.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,693.4/100K
88% above US avg
Burglary520.7/100K
Theft3,105.1/100K
Vehicle Theft67.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Celina has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall28.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation887 ft (270 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density2,190/sq mi
Coordinates40.5555°N, 84.5614°W
County FIPS39107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 16.3%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density2,190/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants98
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home1.6%

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