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West Lafayette, OH

Ohio · Coshocton County

West Lafayette is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,759. Residents earn $45,364 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,759 Population 3,208/sq mi density
$45,364 Median Income $23,341 per capita
$92,300 Home Value $169,142 Zillow
$723 Median Rent 29.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
305 Violent Crime/100K 871 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$45,364 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,300 home value, $723/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
305 violent crimes/100K (20% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,364
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,300
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 305/100K
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $723
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.3%
104% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,759
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density3,208/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,364
Per Capita$23,341
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty25.3%
County GDP$1,663M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,300
Rent$723
Ownership74.3%
Zillow$169,142
Housing Units1,099
Rent Burden29.4%

Crime

F
Violent305/100K
Property871/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault305/100K
Burglary218/100K

Health

Obesity43.0%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking22.0%
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation806 ft (246 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is West Lafayette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Lafayette receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. West Lafayette has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Lafayette is $45,364, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 25.3% 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 West Lafayette is $92,300, 67% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $723 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 West Lafayette is below the national average at 305 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 871 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

West Lafayette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°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 43.6 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Lafayette has a population of 2,759 with a density of 3,208 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 18.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,759
Total Population
3,208
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

West Lafayette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish 2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Lafayette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Lafayette is $45,364, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,341 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $966, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 746 business establishments, including 53 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 1.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Lafayette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,364
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,341
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$55,302
Gini Index0.444 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.3%
104% above US avg
Establishments (County)746
County GDP$1,663M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare82
Retail96
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,875
11% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in West Lafayette is $92,300, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,142, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 66.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $723 (38% 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. 74.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,099 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1958. The average annual property tax is $3,875. 29.4% 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$92,300
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,142
Median List Price$204,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$204,450
$/Sq Ft$76
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio66.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$723
38% below US avg
Rent Burden29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.3%
Owner-Occupied74.3%
Renter-Occupied25.7%
Housing Units1,099
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,875
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In West Lafayette, 43.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 36.4% have high blood pressure. 22.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.9% report binge drinking. 31.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 30.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,817. The dentist ratio is 1:3,048. 44.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: West Lafayette vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.0%
57% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,817
Dentists1:3,048
Mental Health1:922
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits54.3%
Premature Death10,619/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access44.1%
Healthcare Facilities82
West Lafayette has a violent crime rate of 305 per 100,000 residents, 20% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 305.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 871 per 100,000, 56% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 610, burglary at 218, vehicle theft at 44 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, West Lafayette receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent305.0/100K
20% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault305.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property871.5/100K
56% below US avg
Burglary217.9/100K
Theft610.0/100K
Vehicle Theft43.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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West Lafayette experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°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 43.6 inches. The area receives 15.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 806 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation806 ft (246 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density3,208/sq mi
Coordinates40.2760°N, 81.7517°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCoshocton County County
Nearest AirportAkron-Canton Regional (CAK)
47 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above US avg
Snowfall 15.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score49.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability89.6 / 100
Community Resilience53.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.9 on May 9, 2025.

Mar 12, 2007 Ohio M3.7 116 km
Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 100 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 132 km
Jun 3, 2017 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio M3.4 56 km
Jan 26, 1991 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio M3.4 142 km
Apr 24, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M3.1 48 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 89 km
Apr 22, 2025 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio M3.1 48 km
Mar 30, 2024 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio M3.0 91 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 81 km
Jun 5, 2011 5 km W of Lodi, Ohio M3.0 88 km
May 9, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.9 49 km
Aug 7, 2000 2 km S of Limaville, Ohio M2.9 91 km
Apr 29, 2025 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.8 47 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 105 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 148 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 106 km
May 17, 2010 2 km S of Boston Heights, Ohio M2.7 109 km
Nov 25, 1998 1 km SSW of New London, Ohio M2.7 104 km
Sep 4, 2011 3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia M2.6 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

291 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 187 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 12, 1992 EF3 98 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF3 83 km 1
Oct 12, 1978 EF3 91 km 0
May 8, 1969 EF3 47 km 1
Jun 5, 2024 EF2 37 km 0
May 7, 2024 EF2 87 km 0
Feb 28, 2024 EF2 95 km 0
Feb 28, 2024 EF2 73 km 0
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 64 km 0
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 75 km 0
Apr 20, 2011 EF2 68 km 0
Sep 16, 2010 EF2 58 km 0
Sep 16, 2010 EF2 80 km 0
Oct 11, 2006 EF2 91 km 0
Jun 22, 2006 EF2 38 km 0
Nov 12, 2003 EF2 28 km 0
Nov 12, 2003 EF2 60 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF2 83 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF2 85 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF2 67 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 37-38 (1,050 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 37-38 1,050 95 km
2021 LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 1-12 1,037 95 km
2022 LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 11-19 936 96 km
2022 LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 24 709 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 3.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
June 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.3 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.9 in

West Lafayette has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.3").

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West Lafayette is located in Coshocton County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.7% of the vote, a 52.2-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 82 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.82
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density3,208/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyCoshocton County County

Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Avg Download Speed86.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants53
Retail Stores96

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%
Average costs for common services in West Lafayette. 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)
View all 25 services

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 Coshocton County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,873 58 $71,789 3.56
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,473 94 $44,268 1.05
Retail Trade 1,371 105 $29,669 1.40
Accommodation & Food Services 684 50 $17,965 0.77
Construction 282 59 $60,746 0.55
Other Services 246 54 $27,950 0.83
Administrative & Waste Services 243 34 $34,861 0.42
Transportation & Warehousing 192 25 $55,196 0.46
Finance & Insurance 179 35 $66,420 0.45
Wholesale Trade 177 33 $47,499 0.46
Arts & Entertainment 143 11 $18,066 0.87
Educational Services 85 6 $31,187 0.42
Mining & Oil/Gas 74 10 $62,596 1.99
Agriculture & Forestry 72 11 $49,988 0.91
Utilities 62 3 $100,650 1.66
Information & Technology 61 9 $52,151 0.33
Real Estate 52 18 $37,456 0.34

Schools in West Lafayette

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ridgewood High School High 454 25 18.2:1
Ridgewood Elementary School Elementary 447 20 22.4:1
Ridgewood Middle School Middle 374 19 19.7:1
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Radio Stations near West Lafayette

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near West Lafayette

1 campgrounds found near West Lafayette.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Dillon Lake Group Picnic Shelter 5.0/5 1 $50

National Parks Near West Lafayette

35 national parks and monuments found near West Lafayette.

ParkTypeFee
Barkcamp State Park State Park Free
Blue Rock State Park State Park Free
Buckeye Lake State Park State Park Free
Burr Oak State Park State Park Free
Cuyahoga Valley National Park National Park Free
East Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Findley State Park State Park Free
First Ladies National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Fort Laurens State Park State Park Free
Guilford Lake State Park State Park Free
Hocking Hills State Park State Park Free
Hower Lake State Park State Park Free
Howes State Park State Park Free
Jefferson Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Hope State Park State Park Free
Lake Logan State Park State Park Free
Lake Milton State Park State Park Free
Long Lake State Park State Park Free
Malabar Farm State Park State Park Free
Mohican State Park State Park Free
Mud Lake State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 3 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 4 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 5 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River Parkway State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River State Park State Park Free
North Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Portage Lakes State Park State Park Free
Rex Lake State Park State Park Free
Salt Fork State Park State Park Free
Turkeyfoot Lake State Park State Park Free
West Branch State Park State Park Free
West Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Wolf Run State Park State Park Free

Museums in West Lafayette

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DAVID WARTHER CARVINGSGENERAL MUSEUM1775 OHIO 393308526096$583,192
NATIONAL CAMBRIDGE COLLECTORSGENERAL MUSEUM7404324245$208,684
JOHNSON-HUMRICKHOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7406228710$141,016
RAGERSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3308979914$23,148
ALPINE HILLS HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION106 WEST MAIN STREET8886097592
BALTIC AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION102 W MAIN ST
CLARY GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER588 W CHESTNUT ST
COSHOCTON COUNTY ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DEGENHART PAPERWEIGHT & GLASS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM65323 HIGHLAND HILLS RD7404322626
GUERNSEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION218 N EIGHTH ST7404395884
HELMICK COVERED BRIDGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OHIO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD CAMBRIDGE CONSERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROSCOE VILLAGE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8008771830
TEMPERANCE TAVERN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7404987735
USS RADFORD NATIONAL NAVAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7404921080

Libraries in West Lafayette

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
COSHOCTON PUBLIC LIBRARY655 MAIN ST.0.0219,648
GUERNSEY COUNTY DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY800 STEUBENVILLE AVE.0.0135,720
NEWCOMERSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY123 EAST MAIN ST.0.041,808

Farmers Markets in West Lafayette

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coshocton Farmers Market300 block of Main Street05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017Sat: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM;Yes

Gas Stations in West Lafayette

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K

Banks in West Lafayette

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Home Loan Savings Bank

Golf Courses in West Lafayette

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hickory Flats Golf Course

Nursing Homes in West Lafayette

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
LAFAYETTE POINTE NURSING & REHAB CTR
620 EAST MAIN STREET
For profit - Corporation 87 65 3/5 3/5 3/5 7405456355

EV Charging Stations in West Lafayette

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Unusual Junction - Tesla Destination56310 US 36Tesla Destination3TESLApublic

Cell Towers in West Lafayette

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Coshocton) 3201 CR 16GTOWER126
(Coshocton) 3201 CR 16GTOWER126
13338 Blue Ridge RoadTOWER113
13338 Blue Ridge RoadTOWER113
5046 POST BOY ROAD SW (95618)GTOWER111
9700 Stone Creek Road (17084)LTOWER94
5816 Shilling Hill Road (100664)LTOWER77
COSHOCTON CELL SITE; 525 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE (153436)LTOWER59

Fire Stations in West Lafayette

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
West Lafayette Volunteer Fire Department100 N OrchardVolunteer740-545-6561

Bridges in West Lafayette

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19971525,057G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19601555,057G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19893304,337G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19661484,009G
SlabConcrete continuous19971444,009G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19661214,009G
SlabConcrete continuous19971184,009F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19912631,402F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199841209F

Superfund Sites Near West Lafayette

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SMURFIT STONE CONTAINER ENTERPRISES INC500 NORTH 4TH STREETCOSHOCTON

Airports Near West Lafayette

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Akron Canton Regional AirportCAKMedium Airport
Zanesville Municipal AirportZZVMedium Airport
Alliance AirportSmall Airport
Ashland County AirportSmall Airport
Bald Eagle FieldSmall Airport
Barnesville Bradfield AirportSmall Airport
Beach City AirportSmall Airport
Brothers Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Bulick FieldSmall Airport
Cambridge Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Canal Fulton AirportSmall Airport
Carroll County-Tolson AirportSmall Airport
Checkpoint Charlie AirportSmall Airport
Clover Fields AirportSmall Airport
Clum AirportSmall Airport
Crosswind Meadows AirportSmall Airport
Eaglecrest FieldSmall Airport
Flyers Park AirportSmall Airport
Fox AirportSmall Airport
Freeman Swank Farms AirportSmall Airport
Furey AirportSmall Airport
Gnadenhutten AirportSmall Airport
Gorman AirportSmall Airport
Gorman-Green AirportSmall Airport
Graham Farm AirportSmall Airport
Gray AirportSmall Airport
Hammond AirportSmall Airport
Harrison County AirportSmall Airport
Harry Clever FieldPHDSmall Airport
Hawk's Nest AirportSmall Airport
Heathcliff AirparkSmall Airport
Hibbetts AirportSmall Airport
Hide-A-Way Hills Resort AirportSmall Airport
Hilltop AirportSmall Airport
Hilty FieldSmall Airport
Holmes County AirportSmall Airport
Howell AirportSmall Airport
Johns Landing AirportSmall Airport
K & D Airways AirportSmall Airport
La Rue AirportSmall Airport
Lee FieldSmall Airport
Lockeridge AirportSmall Airport
Markley Farm AirportSmall Airport
Massengill AirportSmall Airport
Mayfield AirportSmall Airport
Miller AirportSmall Airport
Mindzak AirfieldSmall Airport
Minerva AirportSmall Airport
Mohican Air ParkSmall Airport
Monroe County AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in West Lafayette

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
West Lafayette Police Department116 Kirk Street

Grocery Stores in West Lafayette

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 4705237Convenience Store327 MAIN ST
Dollar General 11048Other505 W Main St
Schumaker FarmsFarmers and Markets52441 County Road 16
Unusual Junction Inc.Grocery Store55716 Us Hwy 36

Post Offices in West Lafayette

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
West Lafayette Post Office
West Lafayette Post Office501 West Main Street

Treatment Centers in West Lafayette

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cedar Ridge Behav Health SolutionsBoth855-692-7247
Coshocton Cnty Drug/Alc Council Inc - DBA Coshocton Behavioral Health ChoiceSubstance Abuse740-622-0033 x104
Guernsey Health Choices IncSubstance Abuse740-439-4532
Ohio Family Counseling and - Consultation LLCBoth740-291-3737
Spero HealthSubstance Abuse740-217-0346

DOL Wage Violations in West Lafayette

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $230 in back wages owed to 2 employees.

1
Violations
$230
Back Wages Owed
2
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Universe Bridal & Prom Superstore 43845 1 $230 $115 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Lafayette

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COSHOCTON MASONIC TEMPLE57237 CR 9
THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH21697 ST RD 751
WOLF SALEM COMMUNITY CHURCH58011 ROSE LN

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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About West Lafayette

What is the population of West Lafayette?

West Lafayette has a population of 2,759 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 3,208 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is West Lafayette expensive to live in?

West Lafayette 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 $45,364, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $92,300 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $723 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 West Lafayette safe?

West Lafayette is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 305 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 871 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, West Lafayette receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Lafayette?

West Lafayette has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°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 43.6 inches, with 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in West Lafayette?

The job market in West Lafayette is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $966. There are 746 business establishments in the area, including 53 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 1.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Lafayette?

The median home value in West Lafayette is $92,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,142. For renters, the median monthly rent is $723. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,875.

How are the schools in West Lafayette?

Schools in West Lafayette score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.6% of adults in West Lafayette hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Lafayette?

The obesity rate in West Lafayette is 43.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.0% of adults are smokers. 31.8% are physically inactive. 30.3% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance. 44.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,817.

What is transportation like in West Lafayette?

The average commute in West Lafayette is 25 minutes. 72.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Lafayette?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Lafayette is 95.4% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 18.6% of residents have a disability. 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

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