Oakwood, PA

Pennsylvania · Mahoning County · Youngstown-Warren Metro

Oakwood is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,263. Residents earn $72,273 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0

B Good

2,263 Population 874/sq mi density

$72,273 Median Income $29,742 per capita

$112,500 Home Value $141,502 Zillow

$1,261 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent

51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

508 Violent Crime/100K 3,836 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$72,273 median income, 3.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$112,500 home value, $1,261/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

508 violent crimes/100K (34% above avg)

C+

Education

2.7 / 5.0

21.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $72,273

4% lower than US avg

Home Value $112,500

60% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 508/100K

34% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.4%

36% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,261

8% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.9%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.2%

50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,263

Median Age45.0 yrs

Density874/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans10.9%

Economy

Median Income$72,273

Per Capita$29,742

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty6.2%

County GDP$12,615M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$112,500

Rent$1,261

Ownership93.8%

Zillow$141,502

Housing Units976

Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

Violent508/100K

Property3,836/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking21.8%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain41.8 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,032 ft (315 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+95.3%

Graduate+2.8%

School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%

Commute21 min

Broadband92.1%

EV Stations3

Libraries16

Is Oakwood a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakwood is $72,273, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakwood is $112,500, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,261 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 508 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,836 per 100,000, 96% above the national average.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oakwood has a population of 2,263 with a density of 874 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 5.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.4% of residents. 10.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,263

Total Population

874

People / sq mi

45.0yrs

Median Age

16% above US avg

2.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%

Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.4%

25% above US avg

Spanish 1.6%

88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakwood is $72,273, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,742 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $993, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,253 business establishments, including 557 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Oakwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$72,273
	4% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,742
Avg Weekly Wage	$993
IRS Avg AGI	$65,728
Gini Index	0.469 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.2%
	50% below US avg
Establishments (County)	6,253
County GDP	$12,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants	557
Healthcare	727
Retail	807
Manufacturing	297

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,653
	62% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.6 min
Drive Alone	73.2%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakwood is $112,500, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,502, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 102.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,261 (8% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 93.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 976 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1958. The average annual property tax is $5,653 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$112,500
	60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$141,502
Median List Price	$112,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$112,500
$/Sq Ft	$193
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	102.1%
Price Drops	12.5%
Inventory	8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,261
	8% above US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$900
1 Bedroom	$996
2 Bedrooms	$1,225
3 Bedrooms	$1,570
4 Bedrooms	$1,744

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	93.8%
Owner-Occupied	93.8%
Renter-Occupied	6.2%
Housing Units	976
Median Year Built	1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,653
	62% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.02%

In Oakwood, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.6% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 13.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:973. The dentist ratio is 1:1,351. 89.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.9%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	6.2%
Kidney Disease	3.0%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.8%
	56% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	25.2%
Mental Distress	13.9%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.7%

Primary Care	1:973
Dentists	1:1,351
Mental Health	1:211
Checkup Rate	71.5%
Dental Visits	58.9%
Premature Death	12,041/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	89.2%
Healthcare Facilities	727

Oakwood has a violent crime rate of 508 per 100,000 residents, 34% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,836 per 100,000, 96% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 34 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Oakwood receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	508.2/100K
	34% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,835.8/100K
	96% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Oakwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. The area receives 27.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,032 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.1°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,032 ft (315 m)
Area	2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density	874/sq mi
Coordinates	41.0109°N, 80.3795°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Mahoning County County
Nearest Airport	Youngstown/Warren Regional (YNG) 23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.8"

10% above US avg

Snowfall 27.5"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.29"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0460 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.76 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	83.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	66.8 / 100
Community Resilience	80.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Sep 25, 1998	2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania	M4.5	54 km
Jun 10, 2019	1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio	M4.0	117 km
Jan 26, 2001	8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio	M3.9	109 km
Mar 12, 2007	Ohio	M3.7	89 km
Aug 28, 2023	7 km SE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	94 km
Jun 30, 2003	6 km NW of Perry, Ohio	M3.6	111 km
Oct 16, 1993	8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	93 km
Jun 20, 2006	9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	116 km
Mar 15, 1992	15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	123 km
Jan 26, 1991	1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio	M3.4	107 km
Jun 3, 2001	3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio	M3.4	105 km
Jun 3, 2017	1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio	M3.4	144 km
Jun 30, 2004	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.3	104 km
Jul 1, 2013	5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio	M3.2	116 km
Jan 9, 2008	6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	118 km
Mar 11, 2006	8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	120 km
Apr 25, 2010	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.0	104 km
Jun 5, 2011	5 km W of Lodi, Ohio	M3.0	143 km
Mar 30, 2024	2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio	M3.0	58 km
Feb 23, 1995	3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio	M2.9	103 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

333 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 75 fatalities, 1,149 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 31, 1985	EF5	68 km	18
May 31, 1985	EF4	87 km	7
May 31, 1985	EF4	92 km	12
May 31, 1985	EF4	54 km	16
Jun 3, 1980	EF4	68 km	0
Jul 12, 1992	EF3	93 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	70 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	79 km	2
May 31, 1985	EF3	93 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	23 km	9
Oct 12, 1978	EF3	51 km	0
Jun 3, 1973	EF3	91 km	0
May 2, 1972	EF3	53 km	0
Jun 2, 1971	EF3	98 km	0
Aug 3, 1963	EF3	88 km	2
Aug 5, 1956	EF3	31 km	2
Mar 1, 1955	EF3	38 km	1
Jun 26, 2024	EF2	91 km	0
May 11, 2024	EF2	87 km	0
May 7, 2024	EF2	59 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (628 ac, 1990).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1990	UNNAMED	628	95 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	2.3 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-2°C)	2.1 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	3.0 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.3 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.7 in
June	67°F (19°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
July	73°F (23°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	3.6 in
September	63°F (17°C)	3.7 in
October	51°F (11°C)	2.8 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.2 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	2.9 in

Oakwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.1").

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Oakwood is located in Mahoning County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 21.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54.4% of the vote, a 9.4-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 727 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%

D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.4%
	36% below US avg
High School+	95.3%
Graduate Degree+	2.8%
School Test Score	5.95

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	874/sq mi
Total Area	2.6 sq mi
County	Mahoning County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.1%
Avg Download Speed	139.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	16
Healthcare Facilities	727
Restaurants	557
Retail Stores	807

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.6 min
Drive Alone	73.2%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	15.4%

Average costs for common services in Oakwood. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit	$342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit	$195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning	$127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling	$244 ($146–$390)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement	$195 ($98–$342)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair	$390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install	$6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair	$976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement	$8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense	$4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation	$488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation	$2,440 ($976–$4,880)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$244)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$127)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread	$3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb)	$0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$195 ($98–$390)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$961
Toddler	$866
Preschool	$758
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$736
Toddler	$714
Preschool	$671

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Mahoning County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	19,509	792	$55,219	1.45
Retail Trade	11,428	837	$35,618	1.22
Accommodation & Food Services	10,093	594	$20,827	1.18
Manufacturing	9,310	335	$64,202	1.21
Administrative & Waste Services	5,167	403	$45,239	0.94
Construction	4,770	510	$76,210	0.97
Wholesale Trade	4,001	362	$69,192	1.08
Other Services	3,167	487	$34,653	1.12
Transportation & Warehousing	2,959	193	$49,634	0.75
Professional & Technical Services	2,876	593	$70,394	0.44
Arts & Entertainment	1,998	88	$23,670	1.27
Finance & Insurance	1,748	316	$87,298	0.46
Management of Companies	1,146	56	$84,752	0.72
Real Estate	959	216	$45,429	0.66
Information & Technology	809	94	$85,665	0.46
Educational Services	713	62	$31,603	0.37
Utilities	344	14	$120,531	0.96
Agriculture & Forestry	224	20	$39,076	0.30
Mining & Oil/Gas	136	16	$86,284	0.38
Unclassified	11	7	$40,532	0.08

Radio Stations near Oakwood

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WXED 107.3 Ellwood City	—	MP3 128 kbps
1390 WNIO	sports	AAC
88.9 Titan Radio - New Wilmington, PA	adult contemporary, variety hits	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Oakwood

6 campgrounds found near Oakwood.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Shenango Lake Clark Picnic Shelter	4.5/5	1	$51
Shenango Lake Mahaney Outflow Riverview Picnic Shelter	4.0/5	1	$51
SHENANGO REC AREA CAMPGROUND	3.9/5	328	$18–$34
Shenango Lake Shenango Lakeside Picnic Shelter	2.5/5	1	$51
Shenango Lake Mahaney Spruce Cove Trails End Rolling Meadows Skyline Picnic Shelters	2.0/5	4	$51
Shenango Lake Chestnut Run Picnic Shelter	—	1	$51

National Parks Near Oakwood

25 national parks and monuments found near Oakwood.

Park	Type	Fee
Allegheny Islands State Park	State Park	Free
Barkcamp State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Creek State Park	State Park	Free
First Ladies National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Geneva State Park	State Park	Free
Guilford Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Headlands Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Hillman State Park	State Park	Free
James A Garfield National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Jefferson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Keystone State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Milton State Park	State Park	Free
Maurice K. Goddard State Park	State Park	Free
McConnells Mill State Park	State Park	Free
Moraine State Park	State Park	Free
Mosquito Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park	State Park	Free
Oil Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Point State Park	State Park	Free
Punderson State Park	State Park	Free
Pymatuning State Park	State Park	Free
Raccoon Creek State Park	State Park	Free
State Street Park	State Park	Free
Tomlinson Run State Park	State Park	Free
West Branch State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Oakwood

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NATIONAL CHURCHILL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$68,621,851
HOYT INSTITUTE OF FINE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		4126522882	$4,655,932
MERCER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$114,673
JOSEPH A. CLAVELLI HISTORY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	408 N JEFFERSON STREET	7246584022	$65,782
LAWRENCE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	408 NORTH JEFFERSON STREET	7246584022	$65,782
LAWRENCE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7246584022	$65,782
ZELIENOPLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4124529457	$56,040
AIR HERITAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		7248432820	$52,280
PENNSYLVANIA STEAM ENGINE & OLD EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1512 PERRY HIGHWAY		$48,540
ELLWOOD CITY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7247522021	$27,072
VOCAL GROUP HALL OF FAME FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		7249832025	$23,679
LITTLE BEAVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7248278841	$19,580
MOUNT JACKSON MUSEUM FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM			$3,867
BEAVER FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7244942439
CAMPBELL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
EAST PALESTINE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY UNITY & MIDDLETON TOWNSHIP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3302231264
EAST PALESTINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3304269094
ENON VALLEY COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ENVISION LINESVILLE	HISTORY MUSEUM		8148256403
FOMBELL AREA HISTORY GROUP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HARLANSBURG STATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		7246529002
HERMITAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7243460419
HUBBARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
IRON SOUP HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMPANY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAWRENCE MUSEUM OF INDUSTRIAL	GENERAL MUSEUM		7246584571
MERCER COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	11 N SHARPSVILLE AVE
POLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4515 CENTER RD (RT 224) AT THE STRUTHERS RD INTERSECTION
STRUTHERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3307557189
VIETNAM HUEY PILOTS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WAMPUM AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WASHINGTONS TRAIL - 1753	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5402985390
WEST MIDDLESEX AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WILLIAMSPORT CHAPEL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Oakwood

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ELLWOOD CITY AREA PUB LIBRARY	415 LAWRENCE AVE..	163,887
NEW CASTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	207 EAST NORTH STREET	120,908
COMMUNITY LIBRARY OF THE SHENANGO VALLEY	11 N SHARPSVILLE AVE	108,898
HUBBARD PUBLIC LIBRARY	436 W. LIBERTY ST.	104,728
EAST PALESTINE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	309 N. MARKET ST.	37,960
MERCER AREA LIBRARY	110 E. VENANGO ST.	36,838
ZELIENOPLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	227 SOUTH HIGH ST	27,450
STEY NEVANT PUBLIC LIBRARY	1000 ROEMER BLVD	20,046
F D CAMPBELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY	17 SOUTH MAIN STREET	8,726

Farmers Markets in Oakwood

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Chippewa Farmers' Market	2465 Darlington Road				Visit
Downtown Sharon Farmers Market	41 Chestnut Street
Ellwood City Farmers' Market	Beaver Ave. Municipal Parking Lot	06/07/2014 to 10/18/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Farrell Farmers Market	Federal and Wallace Ave.				Visit
Fresh Marketplace @ New Wilmington Center	129 Chestnut Street	05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes
Market Day RCAC	13794 Woodworth Rd
Mercer MainStreet Farmers' Market	102 South Diamond St	07/18/2015 to 10/10/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Michelangelo's Flea & Farmers Market	2475 Ben Franklin Hwy.
New Wilmington Farmers' Market	Jameson Heath Care parking lot -Market St. & Vine St				Visit
The Green Market on Market St.	Jameson Lot: Market St.				Visit
Zelienople-Harmony Farmer's Market	Beaver Street and South Division Street	06/01/2020 to 10/12/2020	Mon: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM;

Breweries in Oakwood

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Beer 4 Less	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Wholesale Beverage Dispensing Equipment	310 Cascade Galleria	7246540900
Paul's Beverages	Bottlers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries	137 Northgate Cir	7246521171	Visit

Cell Towers in Oakwood

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
134 TOWER STREET (84874)	LTOWER	107
Villa Maria Cell Site - 6778 McCartney Road	TOWER	99
4925 COWDEN RD (95701)	GTOWER	96
1039 Wray Road (96114)	LTOWER	96
NORTH KEEL RIDGE ROAD (63248)	LTOWER	95
1995 RICHARDSON DR. (95680)	GTOWER	94
3280 GLACIER ROAD (63180)	LTOWER	90
500' S. of 171 Stonepile-School Rd (17101)	LTOWER	87
1579 POTTER RUN ROAD (43305)	LTOWER	86
2 MI AT 90 DEG FROM	TOWER	83
1831 Perry Highway (96289)	LTOWER	82
Mt. Air Rd. (40472)	LTOWER	82
2444 Clintonville Rd	TOWER	81
RD 1 BOX 291 AHN 4 WAMPURN MOUNT AIR RD (43314)	LTOWER	79
46401 Crestview Road (97866)	LTOWER	78
4354 East State Street	TOWER	76
624 GEORGETOWN RD (3468)	LTOWER	72
125 STATE LINE ROAD (39906)	MTOWER	66
1128 South Main Street (43311)	GTOWER	65
10100 Unity Road (95695)	LTOWER	61
8210 SUPERIOR SITE (19946)	LTOWER	60
248 & 1/2 HIGH HILL ROAD (42097)	GTOWER	59
SHENANGO ROAD	TOWER	59
1735 SHENANGO ROAD (42146)	LTOWER	59
100 Farkas Road (97172)	MTOWER	57
2191 East State St. (97169)	LTOWER	56
1415 Brookdale Ave. (95637)	LTOWER	56

Bridges in Oakwood

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	289	10,894	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	292	8,615	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	292	8,293	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1975	634	7,259	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1975	192	7,259	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1975	634	6,573	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1975	192	6,573	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1966	197	5,188	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1972	278	2,411	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	273	2,411	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	258	2,067	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1970	259	1,371	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	32	1,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	2001	20	1,000	G

Superfund Sites Near Oakwood

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ELLWOOD QUALITY STEELS CO	700 MORAVIA ST	LAWRENCE
INTERNATIONAL METALS RECLAMATION CO INC INMETCO	245 PORTERSVILLE ROAD	LAWRENCE
NEW CASTLE POWER PLANT	ROUTE 168 SOUTH	LAWRENCE
NEW CASTLE POWER PLANT	ROUTE 168 SOUTH	LAWRENCE
YOUNGSTOWN STEEL CORP.	100 BRIDGE ST	MAHONING

Airports Near Oakwood

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Pittsburgh International Airport	PIT	Large Airport
Allegheny County Airport	AGC	Medium Airport
Beaver County Airport	BFP	Medium Airport
Venango Regional Airport	FKL	Medium Airport
Youngstown Warren Regional Airport	YNG	Medium Airport
Aero Flight Center Airport	—	Small Airport
Allen Airport	—	Small Airport
Allen Airport	—	Small Airport
Alliance Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnes Farmland Airport	—	Small Airport
Bartsch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bieber Field	—	Small Airport
Big Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Black Rock Airport	—	Small Airport
Braceville Airport	—	Small Airport
Brennan Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Bristol Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Brocker Field	—	Small Airport
Bulick Field	—	Small Airport
Butler Farm Show Airport	—	Small Airport
Carroll County-Tolson Airport	—	Small Airport
Cataney Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Circle C Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbiana County Airport	—	Small Airport
Crosswind Meadows Airport	—	Small Airport
Culmerville Airport	—	Small Airport
Curtis Airport	—	Small Airport
Dunn Field	—	Small Airport
Eakin Airport	—	Small Airport
Eddie Dew Memorial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Ferrell Field	—	Small Airport
Fino Airport	—	Small Airport
Fisher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flemming Field	—	Small Airport
Fletcher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Frame Field	—	Small Airport
Gates Airport	—	Small Airport
Geauga County Airport	—	Small Airport
Gravel Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Gray Airport	—	Small Airport
Greenville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Griffin-Sloas Airport	—	Small Airport
Grove City Airport	—	Small Airport
Hal Joy Airfield	—	Small Airport
Hanny Beaver Airpark Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Hemlock Field	—	Small Airport
Herron Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Oakwood

18 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Campbell Police Department
Campbell Police Department
Coitsville Township Police Department	3711 McCartney Road
Hermitage Police Department
Hubbard City Police Department
Hubbard Township Police
Koppel Police Department	3437 Arthur Street
Lowellville Police Department
Lowellville Police Department
Mercer County Sheriff's Office	205 South Erie Street
Mercer Police Department	99 East Venango Street
New Castle Police Department
PA State Police - Mercer Baracks	139 Steingrabe Road
Poland Township Police Department
Struthers Police Department
Struthers Police Department
Union Township Police Dept
Zelienople Police Department

Grocery Stores in Oakwood

8 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 69038	Supermarket	275 Dworman Ln
DOLLAR GENERAL 4903	Other	2205 W State St
Dollar Tree 520	Other	2567 W State St
GetGo 3045	Convenience Store	1901 W State St
New Castle Brothers Market Llc	Convenience Store	1308 W State St
Sheetz 551	Convenience Store	2604 W State St
The Meat Guyz	Specialty Store	1703 W State St
Walmart Supercenter 2287	Super Store	2501 West State St

Treatment Centers in Oakwood

13 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Community Counseling Center of - Mercer County Family Based MH Services	Mental Health	724-981-3341
Community Counseling Center of - Mercer County/Outpatient Treatment	Both	724-981-7141
Comprehensive Children and - Family Services	Mental Health	800-630-2237 x0
Farrell Comprehensive Treatment Center - Discovery House NPA LLC	Substance Abuse	724-981-9815 x331
Freedom Healthcare Services	Substance Abuse	724-201-0850
Gaudenzia Inc - Erie	Substance Abuse	724-359-2976
Glade Run Lutheran Services - Heritage Wellness Center OP	Mental Health	724-452-4453
Human Services Center	Mental Health	724-658-3578
New Castle Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - Discovery House NC LLC	Substance Abuse	724-598-7999 x419
New Horizons Treatment Center - Washington Centre	Substance Abuse	724-202-6818
Paoletta Counseling Services Inc	Mental Health	724-662-7202
PsyCare - Struthers Clinic	Both	330-318-3078
Resolutions Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	878-202-4275

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oakwood

What is the population of Oakwood?

Oakwood has a population of 2,263 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 874 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Oakwood expensive to live in?

Oakwood has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $72,273, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,500 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,261 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oakwood safe?

The violent crime rate in Oakwood is 508 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,836 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Oakwood receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oakwood?

Oakwood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches, with 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Oakwood?

Oakwood has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $993. There are 6,253 business establishments in the area, including 557 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 15.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oakwood?

The median home value in Oakwood is $112,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,502. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,261. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 93.8%. The average annual property tax is $5,653.

How are the schools in Oakwood?

Schools in Oakwood score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.4% of adults in Oakwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oakwood?

The obesity rate in Oakwood is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 89.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:973.

What is transportation like in Oakwood?

The average commute in Oakwood is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oakwood?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oakwood is 89.5% White, 5.8% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 10.9% of the population are military veterans. 18.7% of residents have a disability. 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Oakland CDP (Lawrence County), PA 1,309 pop · 1.4 mi New Castle Northwest, PA 1,589 pop · 1.5 mi New Castle, PA 21,727 pop · 2.0 mi New Wilmington, PA 2,291 pop · 7.8 mi Lowellville, OH 1,047 pop · 8.7 mi New Beaver, PA 1,377 pop · 9.0 mi New Middletown, OH 1,632 pop · 9.8 mi Ellwood City, PA 7,575 pop · 11.5 mi Struthers, OH 9,995 pop · 11.5 mi Campbell, OH 7,812 pop · 11.9 mi West Middlesex, PA 1,063 pop · 12.0 mi Ellport, PA 1,125 pop · 12.0 mi Poland, OH 2,415 pop · 12.3 mi Frisco, PA 1,040 pop · 12.4 mi

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