Trotwood, OH

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.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
23,041 Population 756/sq mi density
$49,082 Median Income $29,025 per capita
$99,500 Home Value $131,912 Zillow
$974 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
393 Violent Crime/100K 4,654 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$49,082 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,500 home value, $974/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
393 violent crimes/100K (3% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,082
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,500
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 393/100K
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $974
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23,041
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density756/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 28%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,082
Per Capita$29,025
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty16.6%
County GDP$40,097M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,500
Rent$974
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,912

Crime

F
Violent393/100K
Property4,654/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault136/100K
Burglary1,695/100K

Health

Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation868 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute25 min
EV Stations7
Libraries27

Is Trotwood a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Trotwood has a population of 23,041 with a density of 756 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (63.1%), with 27.8% White, 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

23,041
Total Population
756
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
30.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Trotwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trotwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trotwood is $49,082, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Trotwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,082
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,025
Avg Weekly Wage$1,182
IRS Avg AGI$67,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)13,276
County GDP$40,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,605
Retail1,494
Manufacturing615

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Trotwood is $99,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $974 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,912.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,500
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,912
Median List Price$157,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$157,450
$/Sq Ft$96
Homes Sold22
Sale-to-List Ratio94.1%
Price Drops20.5%
Inventory39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$974
16% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,179

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Rate6.81%
In Trotwood, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma13.5%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate82.1%
Premature Death12,141/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Trotwood has a violent crime rate of 393 per 100,000 residents, 3% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,654 per 100,000 (137% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent392.7/100K
3% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape90.9/100K
Robbery165.3/100K
Assault136.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,654.2/100K
137% above US avg
Burglary1,694.7/100K
Theft2,591.7/100K
Vehicle Theft367.9/100K
Arson62.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Trotwood has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation868 ft (265 m)
Area30.5 sq mi (79.0 km²)
Population Density756/sq mi
Coordinates39.7918°N, 84.3218°W
County FIPS39113
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density756/sq mi
Total Area30.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,494

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home7.6%

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