Ohio · Metropolitan Area
Trotwood is a small city in Ohio with a population of 23,041. Residents earn $49,082 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Trotwood receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Trotwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Trotwood is $49,082, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Trotwood is $99,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $974 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 393 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,654 per 100,000, 137% above the national average.
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Trotwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,082 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,025 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,182 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,779 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 13,276 |
| County GDP | $40,097M |
| Restaurants | 1,139 |
| Healthcare | 1,605 |
| Retail | 1,494 |
| Manufacturing | 615 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,777 |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.81% |
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
| Census Median | $99,500 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $131,912 |
| Median List Price | $157,450 |
| Median List Price | $157,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $96 |
| Homes Sold | 22 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.1% |
| Price Drops | 20.5% |
| Inventory | 39 |
| Census Median Rent | $974 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,179 |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,777 |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.81% |
| Obesity | 45.5% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.5% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.3% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,141/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,605 |
| Total Violent | 392.7/100K |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 90.9/100K |
| Robbery | 165.3/100K |
| Assault | 136.4/100K |
| Total Property | 4,654.2/100K |
| 137% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,694.7/100K |
| Theft | 2,591.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 367.9/100K |
| Arson | 62.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 62 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 12.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 868 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 30.5 sq mi (79.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 756/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7918°N, 84.3218°W |
| County FIPS | 39113 |
Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.6% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 756/sq mi |
| Total Area | 30.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 27 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,605 |
| Restaurants | 1,139 |
| Retail Stores | 1,494 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 62 |
| Avg Commute | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |