Dayton, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Hamilton County County
Dayton, KY
At a Glance
How Dayton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dayton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dayton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dayton residents earn a median household income of $62,500 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,080. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,215 business establishments, including 2,075 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dayton is $144,100 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $203,688. Median rent is $1,086/month, with 33.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Dayton reports 240 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 737/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Dayton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dayton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches.