Piqua, OH

Ohio · Miami County · Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek Metro

Piqua is a small city in Ohio with a population of 20,533. Residents earn $63,770 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

20,533 Population 1,560/sq mi density

$63,770 Median Income $30,457 per capita

$124,900 Home Value $174,589 Zillow

$896 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent

53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

174 Violent Crime/100K 5,076 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$63,770 median income, 2.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$124,900 home value, $896/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

174 violent crimes/100K (54% below avg)

Education

2.1 / 5.0

13.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $63,770

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $124,900

56% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 174/100K

54% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.9%

59% lower than US avg

Median Rent $896

23% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.0%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.8%

22% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.5%

15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20,533

Median Age38.8 yrs

Density1,560/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+

Median Income$63,770

Per Capita$30,457

Unemployment2.8%

Poverty10.5%

County GDP$6,178M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$124,900

Rent$896

Ownership63.8%

Zillow$174,589

Housing Units9,296

Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

Violent174/100K

Property5,076/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault34/100K

Burglary892/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking19.4%

Depression28.2%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation874 ft (266 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.9%

High School+88.5%

Graduate+4.2%

School Score6.38

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%

Commute18 min

Broadband91.3%

EV Stations2

Libraries9

Is Piqua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piqua receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Piqua offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Piqua is $63,770, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Piqua is $124,900, 56% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Piqua is below the national average at 174 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,076 per 100,000, 159% above the national average.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Piqua experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Piqua has a population of 20,533 with a density of 1,560 people per square mile, spread across 11.9 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.4% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,533

Total Population

1,560

People / sq mi

38.8yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

11.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%

Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Piqua 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

Piqua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piqua is $63,770, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,457 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,062, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,606 business establishments, including 206 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Piqua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,770
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,457
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,062
IRS Avg AGI	$77,274
Gini Index	0.418 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.8%
	22% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.5%
	15% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,606
County GDP	$6,178M

Business (County)

Restaurants	206
Healthcare	207
Retail	294
Manufacturing	191

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,652
	33% above US avg
Cost of Living	92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.9 min
Drive Alone	80.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Piqua is $124,900, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,589, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $896 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 9,296 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1949. The average annual property tax is $4,652 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$124,900
	56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$174,589
Median List Price	$170,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$170,900
$/Sq Ft	$110
Homes Sold	22
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.3%
Price Drops	32.6%
Inventory	46

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$896
	23% below US avg
Rent Burden	30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.8%
Owner-Occupied	63.8%
Renter-Occupied	36.2%
Housing Units	9,296
Median Year Built	1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,652
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.72%

In Piqua, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 34.3% have high blood pressure. 19.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 28.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,230. The dentist ratio is 1:2,042. 85.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	34.3%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.4%
	39% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	28.9%
Depression	28.2%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	14.7%
Short Sleep	40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.3%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,230
Dentists	1:2,042
Mental Health	1:689
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	55.1%
Premature Death	8,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	85.4%
Healthcare Facilities	207

Piqua has a violent crime rate of 174 per 100,000 residents, 54% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 33.7 per 100,000, robbery at 67.5, rape at 72.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,076 per 100,000, 159% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,121, burglary at 892, vehicle theft at 63 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Piqua receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	173.5/100K
	54% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	72.3/100K
Robbery	67.5/100K
Assault	33.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	5,075.7/100K
	159% above US avg
Burglary	891.7/100K
Theft	4,121.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	62.7/100K
Arson	14.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	127
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Piqua experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°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 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 874 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.7°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	874 ft (266 m)
Area	11.9 sq mi (30.8 km²)
Population Density	1,560/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1459°N, 84.2435°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Miami County County
Nearest Airport	James M Cox Dayton International (DAY) 17 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"

7% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 4.02"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.09"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0467 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	61.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	12.8 / 100
Community Resilience	88.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

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

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 12, 2015.

Sep 12, 2004	4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana	M3.8	135 km
Feb 19, 1995	8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio	M3.6	132 km
Apr 17, 1990	8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio	M3.0	62 km
Apr 4, 1994	2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio	M2.9	31 km
May 12, 2006	2 km E of Lima, Ohio	M2.8	68 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	100 km
Jan 30, 2004	2 km S of Rockford, Ohio	M2.5	68 km
Jun 4, 1990	4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio	M2.5	118 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

512 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 71 fatalities, 2,035 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974	EF5	60 km	36
May 27, 2019	EF4	40 km	0
Nov 10, 2002	EF4	83 km	4
Sep 20, 2000	EF4	60 km	1
Feb 18, 1992	EF4	71 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	88 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	26 km	3
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	73 km	13
Mar 14, 2024	EF3	75 km	1
Mar 14, 2024	EF3	42 km	3
May 27, 2019	EF3	27 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	59 km	1
May 27, 2019	EF3	43 km	0
May 14, 2014	EF3	62 km	0
Nov 10, 2002	EF3	63 km	0
Nov 10, 2002	EF3	82 km	0
Oct 24, 2001	EF3	79 km	0
Nov 22, 1992	EF3	59 km	0
Mar 10, 1986	EF3	64 km	0
May 10, 1973	EF3	36 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	2.2 in	Coldest
February	29°F (-2°C)	2.1 in	Driest
March	40°F (4°C)	3.2 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.7 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
June	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
July	74°F (24°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.4 in
September	65°F (18°C)	2.6 in
October	53°F (12°C)	2.6 in
November	42°F (6°C)	3.1 in
December	31°F (-0°C)	2.8 in

Piqua has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.1").

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Piqua is located in Miami County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 13.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.1% of the vote, a 45.1-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 207 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%

D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	127
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.9%
	59% below US avg
High School+	88.5%
Graduate Degree+	4.2%
School Test Score	6.38

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,560/sq mi
Total Area	11.9 sq mi
County	Miami County County

Services

Broadband Access	91.3%
Avg Download Speed	118.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	207
Restaurants	206
Retail Stores	294

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.9 min
Drive Alone	80.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.1%

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

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit	$325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit	$186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling	$232 ($139–$371)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement	$278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement	$186 ($93–$325)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair	$371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install	$6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair	$928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement	$8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense	$4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation	$464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation	$2,320 ($928–$4,640)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$139 ($70–$232)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour)	$74 ($46–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread	$3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($46–$139)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$186 ($93–$371)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$751
Toddler	$693
Preschool	$615
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$660
Preschool	$610

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Miami County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	10,127	215	$68,348	2.96
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,521	248	$56,500	0.76
Retail Trade	4,195	307	$35,822	1.01
Accommodation & Food Services	3,935	220	$20,743	1.04
Wholesale Trade	2,485	157	$79,321	1.52
Construction	2,219	264	$69,579	1.02
Administrative & Waste Services	2,021	159	$37,789	0.83
Other Services	1,284	225	$36,527	1.03
Professional & Technical Services	1,157	236	$72,444	0.40
Finance & Insurance	673	132	$73,559	0.40
Management of Companies	646	12	$73,895	0.92
Educational Services	291	25	$35,933	0.34
Arts & Entertainment	279	31	$23,976	0.40
Real Estate	245	82	$43,224	0.38
Agriculture & Forestry	138	14	$45,248	0.41
Information & Technology	88	39	$58,379	0.11
Mining & Oil/Gas	66	3	$76,367	0.42

Colleges & Universities in Piqua

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Edison State Community College	Public · Associate	5,591	—	$4,379	$8,106
Upper Valley Career Center	Public · Certificate	113	—	—	—

Schools in Piqua

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Piqua High School	High	876	41	21.4:1
Piqua Central Intermediate School	Middle	741	37	20.0:1
Piqua Junior High School	Middle	526	23	22.9:1
Washington Primary Elementary School	Elementary	519	25	20.8:1
Springcreek Primary Elementary School	Elementary	492	23	21.4:1

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Radio Stations near Piqua

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
104.7 WTUE	classic rock	AAC
Dayton Oldies 97.3	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
WCNH1 New Hampshire	classical music	AAC 192 kbps
WUNH 91.3 University of New Hampshire - Durham, NH	alternative, college radio	MP3 128 kbps
Real Roots Radio	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
Real Roots Radio WBZI	classic country	AAC+ 32 kbps
Discover Classical	classical, classical music	AAC 64 kbps
SoftRock Radio	classic rock	MP3 128 kbps
Party @ Dan's Rock Radio	—	AAC 352 kbps
97.5 WOKQ	—	AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Piqua

1 campgrounds found near Piqua.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CJ BROWN DAM AND RESERVOIR - DAM SITE (OH)	4.7/5	3	$35

National Parks Near Piqua

18 national parks and monuments found near Piqua.

Park	Type	Fee
Buck Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument	National Monument	Free
Cowan Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Grand Lake St Marys State Park	State Park	Free
Harbor Point State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Hueston Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Indian Lake State Park	State Park	Free
John Bryan State Park	State Park	Free
Kiser Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Loramie State Park	State Park	Free
Madison Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Ouabache State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Stonelick State Park	State Park	Free
Sycamore State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Piqua

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
BRUKNER NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9376986493	$548,283
SHELBY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	201 NORTH MAIN AVENUE	9374981653	$162,764
WACO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9373359226	$146,108
BRADFORD OHIO RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	200 N MIAMI AVE	9374231795	$83,744
A B GRAHAM MEMORIAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	8025 US 36	9373682330	$58,739
VERSAILLES AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	552 S WEST STREET	9375264222	$42,573
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BRADFORD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$1,021
BETHEL TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COVINGTON-NEWBERRY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELIZABETH TWSP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT LORAMIE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	37 N MAIN STREET	9372953855
INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE MUSEUM OF MIAMI COUNTY	GENERAL MUSEUM		9373399397
JOHN SCOTT GARBRY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9377781980
JOHNSTON FARM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9377732522
MIAMI COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 808
MILTON-UNION VETERANS MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MINSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4196284600
NEW CARLISLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8708987200
OVERFIELD TAVERN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
PIQUA HISTORICAL AREA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9377732522
ROSSVILLE MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9377736789
TIPPECANOE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	20 N 3RD ST	9376674092
TROY HALL OF FAME	HISTORY MUSEUM		9373359584
TROY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	301 W MAIN STREET	9373390457
TROY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9373354188
VETERANS MUSEUM MIAMI VALLEY	HISTORY MUSEUM	107 W MAIN STREET	9373328852
WILDERNESS TRAIL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9372953855

Libraries in Piqua

Name	Address	Annual Visits
SHELBY COUNTY LIBRARIES - AMOS MEMORIAL	230 E. NORTH ST.	357,760
TROY-MIAMI COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	419 W. MAIN ST.	231,140
PIQUA PUBLIC LIBRARY	116 WEST HIGH STREET	150,748
NEW CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	111 E. LAKE AVE	80,885
TIPP CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	11 E. MAIN ST.	73,216
MILTON UNION PUBLIC LIBRARY	560 S. MAIN ST.	65,832
J.R. CLARKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	102 E. SPRING ST.	26,000
BRADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	138 E. MAIN ST.	15,860
WORCH MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	790 SOUTH CENTER ST.	8,476

Farmers Markets in Piqua

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Downtown Troy Farmers Market	Cherry Street	06/22/2013 to 09/21/2013	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Miami County Farmers Market	Corner of ST RT & 41 Experiment Farm Rd.
New Carlisle Farmer's Market	114 South Main street	06/20/2015 to 09/12/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM;		Visit
Peddlers Paradise	865 W. Market Street
Piqua Community Farmers Market	Spring & Ash Streets	05/22/2014 to 09/18/2014	Thu: 3:30 PM-7:30 PM;		Visit
The Farmer's Market at Ginghamsburg Church	6759 S County Rd 25A	06/04/2016 to 09/10/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
The Great Sidney Farmers Market	101 S. Ohio Avenue - Floor 2	June to October	Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;		Visit
Tipp City Marketplace	Broadway & South ThirdStreets				Visit
Volk Fruit Farm	5782 Addison-New Carlisle Pike

Nursing Homes in Piqua

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
PIQUA MANOR 1840 WEST HIGH STREET	For profit - Corporation	120	97	2/5	—	3/5	1/5	9377730040
HEARTLAND OF PIQUA 275 KIENLE DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	99	75	1/5	—	1/5	3/5	9377739346

Pharmacies in Piqua

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 3402	154 NORTH COLLEGE STREET	937-773-3784
KROGER	1510 COVINGTON AVENUE	937-615-7020
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	649 WEST HIGH STREET	937-773-1778
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 3765	1300 EAST ASH STREET	937-615-9968

EV Charging Stations in Piqua

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Kettering Health Piqua	1 Kettering Wy	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
Kettering Health Piqua	1 Kettering Way	Blink Network	1	J1772	public
Paul Sherry Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram	8645 N County Rd 25A	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Piqua

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
10370 W US 36	TOWER	124
10370 W US 36	TOWER	124
10709 Reed Road	TOWER	94
10709 Reed Road	TOWER	94
10709 Reed Road (60187)	LTOWER	94
1255 N. Alcony-Conover Road (60165)	LTOWER	92
901 WEST STATLER	TOWER	91
901 WEST STATLER	TOWER	91
3455 WASHINGTON CONCORD RD (60148)	LTOWER	88
2104 ADDISON-NEW CARLISLE ROAD (81670)	LTOWER	88
US Route 36 (60242)	LTOWER	87
1540 VAN DEMARK RD (60181)	LTOWER	64

Fire Stations in Piqua

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Lockington Volunteer Fire Department	10363 Museum TRL	Volunteer			937-773-5341
Piqua Fire Department	229 W Water ST	Career			937-778-2014

Power Plants Near Piqua

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
DG AMP SOLAR PIQUA STAUNTON	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-84.2	OP
PIQUA POWER PLANT	CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL; PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-84.2	OP
DG AMP SOLAR PIQUA MANIER	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-84.3	OP

Bridges in Piqua

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete	2019	57	49,910	G
Slab	Concrete	2020	57	49,910	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2016	252	47,580	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2015	216	47,580	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2013	147	24,443	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2013	147	24,443	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	247	24,443	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	247	24,443	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1957	324	23,381	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1957	324	23,381	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1958	481	23,381	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1958	482	23,381	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1958	348	22,249	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1958	348	22,249	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1959	333	21,464	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1959	333	21,464	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1959	180	21,464	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1959	180	21,464	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	546	13,325	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	23	10,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1950	481	10,179	G
Culvert	Concrete	1997	29	9,889	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	247	8,052	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1958	228	8,052	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Prestressed concrete	2006	516	7,985	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2007	149	7,657	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	412	7,242	F
Slab	Concrete	1960	34	4,672	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1960	114	4,672	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1997	30	4,323	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1993	24	3,368	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	33	2,235	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	66	2,235	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1955	52	2,227	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1970	252	2,066	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2017	318	2,007	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2004	70	1,619	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	54	1,127	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2017	186	986	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	2017	24	230	G

Superfund Sites Near Piqua

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
L & CP CORP.	421 S UNION ST	MIAMI
PIQUA MATERIALS	1750 W STATLER RD	MIAMI
WALLS ASPHALT MFG INC - BRADFORD	4755 NORTH STATE ROUTE 721	MIAMI

Airports Near Piqua

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport	DAY	Medium Airport
Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport	SGH	Medium Airport
Wilmington Airpark	ILN	Medium Airport
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base	FFO	Medium Airport
Ada Airport	—	Small Airport
Adams Strip	—	Small Airport
Aerodrome Les Noyers	—	Small Airport
Air Jordan Airport	—	Small Airport
Anderson Airfield	—	Small Airport
Andy Barnhart Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Bashore Airport	—	Small Airport
Beam Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Bellefontaine Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Bluffton Airport	—	Small Airport
Bowman Airport	—	Small Airport
Caesar Creek Soaring Club Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Clinton County Airport	—	Small Airport
Dahio Trotwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Darke County Airport	—	Small Airport
Dave Rice Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Dayton-Phillipsburg Airport	—	Small Airport
Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport	MGY	Small Airport
Dewey Drome	—	Small Airport
Elliotts Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Farpoint Airfield	—	Small Airport
Fricke Airport	—	Small Airport
Fry Airport	—	Small Airport
Fry Field	—	Small Airport
Gage Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilmer Airport	—	Small Airport
Green Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Greene County/Lewis A. Jackson Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Grimes Field	—	Small Airport
Hammond Airport	—	Small Airport
Hamrick Airport	—	Small Airport
Hardin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Heitman Field	—	Small Airport
Hickerson Airport	—	Small Airport
Hillview Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Hogan Airport	—	Small Airport
Hollister Field	—	Small Airport
Huber Field	—	Small Airport
Hufford Field	—	Small Airport
Hummel Airport	—	Small Airport
Jims Airport	—	Small Airport
Joe Cimprich Airport	—	Small Airport
Kathamel Airport	—	Small Airport
Kemps Field of Dreams Airport	—	Small Airport
Kepes Flying Field	—	Small Airport
Kilbarger Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Piqua

9 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

	14 Elm Street
Airport Police
City of Sidney, Ohio Police Department	234 West Court Street
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Russia Police Sation
Shelby County Sheriff's Office	555 Gearhart Road
Tipp City Police Station
Tipp City Police Station
Troy Police Department	124 East Main Street
Troy Police Department	124 East Main Street

Grocery Stores in Piqua

19 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 61060 61060	Supermarket	1243 E Ash St
CVS 3402	Other	115 N College St
DOLLAR GENERAL 1582	Other	607 W Water Street
DOLLAR GENERAL 9878	Other	9036 Looney Rd
Dollar Tree 4192	Other	1264 E Ash St
Family Dollar 2198	Other	633 W High St
High Street Food Mart	Convenience Store	1700 W High St
KROGER 932	Super Store	1510 Covington Ave
Marathon	Convenience Store	315 Looney Rd
Murphy USA 7268	Convenience Store	1302 E Ash St
Piqua 715	Convenience Store	600 South St
Piqua Community Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	116 W High St
Piqua Food Mart	Convenience Store	1401 South St
S and G Stores LLC 74	Convenience Store	226 W Water St
Speedway 5243 5243	Convenience Store	900 Scott Dr
Speedway 5401	Convenience Store	1551 Covington Ave
Sunset Meat Market Inc	Grocery Store	1125 Covington Ave
ULBRICH'S IGA	Supermarket	407 S Wayne St
Walmart SUPERCENTER 3765	Super Store	1300 E Ash St

Post Offices in Piqua

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Piqua Post Office

Treatment Centers in Piqua

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
BrightView Health	Substance Abuse	844-707-7775
Darke County Recovery Services - Recovery and Wellness Center	Mental Health	937-548-6842
Family Resource Center of - Northwest Ohio Inc	Both	937-710-4616
New Vision at Wilson Health	Substance Abuse	937-538-4068
Sunrise Treatment Center - Piqua	Substance Abuse	513-941-4999 x1092

Churches & Religious Organizations in Piqua

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BE THE FRONTLINE MINISTRIES LLC	800 N DOWNING ST
BRIDGE WORSHIP CENTER	128 N SUNSET DR
CAVALIERS IN ACTION AT PIQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL	503 W NORTH ST
CONGREGATION ANSHE EMETH	320 CALDWELL ST
FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH PIQUA	PO BOX 1201
GREEN STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	415 W GREENE ST
GREG MILLER MINISTRIES	PO BOX 106
MADISON AVE FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	922 MADISON AVE
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH	4474 W BROWN RD
PARK AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH OF PIQUA OHIO	608 W HIGH ST
PIQUA ASSOCIATION OF CHURCHES	PO BOX 365
PIQUA BAPTIST CHURCH	1402 W HIGH ST
SNYDER ROAD CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 1843
SPRING CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH	15333 E MIAMI SHELBY RD
ST MARY CHURCH	310 S DOWNING ST
ST PAULS EVANGELICAL & REFORMED CHURCH	500 N DOWNING ST
STONEBRIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH	105 E GREENE ST
TRANSFORMED LIFE CHURCH	421 WOOD ST
TRINITY WORSHIP CENTER INC	PO BOX 570
UPPER VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1400 SEIDEL PKWY
VENEZUELA DISTRICT COUNCIL OF PAW	124 SHERMAN ST
VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH	1601 SOUTH ST
WEST CENTRAL BAPTIST ASSOCIATION	1611 SOUTH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Piqua

What is the population of Piqua?

Piqua has a population of 20,533 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,560 people per square mile, spread across 11.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Piqua expensive to live in?

Piqua is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,770, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,900 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Piqua safe?

Piqua is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 174 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,076 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Piqua receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Piqua?

Piqua has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Piqua?

The job market in Piqua is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,062. There are 2,606 business establishments in the area, including 206 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 6.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Piqua?

The median home value in Piqua is $124,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,589. For renters, the median monthly rent is $896. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,652.

How are the schools in Piqua?

Schools in Piqua score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.9% of adults in Piqua hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Piqua?

The obesity rate in Piqua is 36.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.4% of adults are smokers. 28.9% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance. 85.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,230.

What is transportation like in Piqua?

The average commute in Piqua is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Piqua?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Piqua is 92% White, 3% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Covington, OH 2,573 pop · 6.0 mi Troy, OH 26,716 pop · 7.2 mi Pleasant Hill, OH 1,455 pop · 8.5 mi Bradford, OH 1,615 pop · 9.7 mi Sidney, OH 20,457 pop · 10.7 mi Tipp City, OH 10,344 pop · 12.9 mi West Milton, OH 4,740 pop · 13.6 mi Versailles, OH 2,934 pop · 13.7 mi St. Paris, OH 2,237 pop · 14.8 mi Fort Loramie, OH 1,460 pop · 15.3 mi Union, OH 6,930 pop · 16.7 mi Anna, OH 1,800 pop · 17.6 mi New Carlisle, OH 5,552 pop · 18.0 mi Minster, OH 3,213 pop · 18.6 mi

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