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Yellow Springs, OH

Ohio · Greene County · Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek Metro

Yellow Springs is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,655. Residents earn $67,477 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,655 Population 1,329/sq mi density
$67,477 Median Income $49,171 per capita
$279,700 Home Value $367,737 Zillow
$849 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
188 Violent Crime/100K 2,522 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,477 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$279,700 home value, $849/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
188 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,477
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $279,700
1% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 188/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.3%
85% higher than US avg
Median Rent $849
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,655
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density1,329/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,477
Per Capita$49,171
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$14,730M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$279,700
Rent$849
Ownership65.7%
Zillow$367,737
Housing Units2,066
Rent Burden23.1%

Crime

F
Violent188/100K
Property2,522/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault134/100K
Burglary537/100K

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking10.0%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.3%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+35.6%
School Score6.35

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Yellow Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yellow Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Yellow Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yellow Springs is $67,477, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yellow Springs is $279,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $849 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Yellow Springs is below the national average at 188 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,522 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

Yellow Springs is a highly educated community / 62.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Yellow Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Yellow Springs has a population of 3,655 with a density of 1,329 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 9.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,655
Total Population
1,329
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Yellow Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yellow Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yellow Springs is $67,477, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,171 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,390. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,168 business establishments, including 377 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 19.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Yellow Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,477
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,171
Avg Weekly Wage$1,390
IRS Avg AGI$84,512
Gini Index0.442 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,168
County GDP$14,730M

Business (County)

Restaurants377
Healthcare416
Retail507
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,895
97% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Yellow Springs is $279,700, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,737, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $849 (27% 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. 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,066 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $6,895 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,700
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,737

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$181
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops42.9%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$849
27% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units2,066
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,895
97% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In Yellow Springs, 36.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 30.5% have high blood pressure. 10.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 17.9% report binge drinking. 18.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.6% experience frequent mental distress. 5.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,115. The dentist ratio is 1:1,087. 86.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Yellow Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,115
Dentists1:1,087
Mental Health1:267
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits71.8%
Premature Death7,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access86.7%
Healthcare Facilities416
Yellow Springs has a violent crime rate of 188 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 134.2 per 100,000, robbery at 53.7, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,522 per 100,000, 29% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,932, burglary at 537, vehicle theft at 54 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Yellow Springs receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent187.8/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery53.7/100K
Assault134.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,522.1/100K
29% above US avg
Burglary536.6/100K
Theft1,931.9/100K
Vehicle Theft53.7/100K
Arson26.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
Traffic Accidents12
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Yellow Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 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 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density1,329/sq mi
Coordinates39.7984°N, 83.8920°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyGreene County County
Nearest AirportJames M Cox Dayton International (DAY)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.3"
6% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0476 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score75.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability19.7 / 100
Community Resilience90.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 3, 2025.

Feb 19, 1995 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio M3.6 84 km
Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 150 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 137 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 149 km
Apr 17, 1990 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio M3.0 110 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 147 km
Apr 4, 1994 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio M2.9 80 km
May 12, 2006 2 km E of Lima, Ohio M2.8 106 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio M2.8 116 km
May 11, 2015 5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky M2.6 132 km
Jun 12, 2015 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio M2.6 148 km
Jul 23, 2013 6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky M2.6 121 km
Feb 11, 2015 8 km SE of Richmond Dale, Ohio M2.6 123 km
Jan 28, 2024 3 km SW of Old Washington, Kentucky M2.5 134 km
Jan 30, 2004 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio M2.5 116 km
Jun 4, 1990 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio M2.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

503 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 62 fatalities, 2,318 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 23 km 36
May 27, 2019 EF4 49 km 0
Sep 20, 2000 EF4 18 km 1
Apr 9, 1999 EF4 75 km 4
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 85 km 2
Apr 23, 1968 EF4 84 km 1
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 74 km 3
Mar 14, 2024 EF3 84 km 3
May 27, 2019 EF3 19 km 0
May 27, 2019 EF3 53 km 0
May 14, 2014 EF3 14 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 68 km 0
Oct 13, 1999 EF3 81 km 0
Jun 30, 1993 EF3 71 km 0
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 73 km 0
Mar 10, 1986 EF3 96 km 0
Oct 1, 1977 EF3 90 km 0
May 10, 1973 EF3 48 km 0
May 24, 1971 EF3 76 km 0
Feb 22, 1971 EF3 84 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
April 51°F (10°C) 3.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in Wettest
June 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.9 in

Yellow Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 27°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.2").

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Yellow Springs is located in Greene County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 62.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. 35.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.3% of the vote, a 19.8-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 416 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
Traffic Accidents12
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.3%
85% above US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+35.6%
School Test Score6.35
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,329/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi
CountyGreene County County

Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Avg Download Speed130.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed12.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities416
Restaurants377
Retail Stores507

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.1%
Average costs for common services in Yellow Springs. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$1,277
Toddler$1,147
Preschool$1,005
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$823
Preschool$758
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Greene County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Professional & Technical Services 11,712 782 $119,220 2.10
Retail Trade 9,784 547 $34,660 1.22
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,518 479 $55,900 0.74
Accommodation & Food Services 8,508 396 $22,911 1.17
Manufacturing 3,722 134 $74,353 0.56
Educational Services 2,146 61 $44,981 1.29
Other Services 1,759 286 $34,834 0.73
Administrative & Waste Services 1,616 242 $48,809 0.34
Construction 1,605 261 $68,584 0.38
Wholesale Trade 1,164 141 $89,695 0.37
Finance & Insurance 1,064 192 $93,521 0.33
Management of Companies 1,048 28 $80,390 0.78
Transportation & Warehousing 987 77 $65,376 0.29
Arts & Entertainment 778 53 $26,707 0.58
Real Estate 632 151 $47,513 0.51
Information & Technology 452 90 $75,628 0.30
Utilities 96 4 $108,787 0.31
Unclassified 18 5 $44,726 0.16

Colleges & Universities in Yellow Springs

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Antioch University Private Non-Profit · Graduate 537 $16,264 $16,264
Antioch College Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's 146 81.7% $37,043 $37,043
Antioch University-System Administration Private Non-Profit · Graduate

Schools in Yellow Springs

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yellow Springs/McKinney High School High 353 18 19.6:1
Mills Lawn Elementary School Elementary 300 19 15.8:1
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Radio Stations near Yellow Springs

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
104.7 WTUE classic rock AAC
Dayton Oldies 97.3 AAC+ 48 kbps
Real Roots Radio AAC+ 32 kbps
Real Roots Radio WBZI classic country AAC+ 32 kbps
Discover Classical classical, classical music AAC 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Yellow Springs

2 campgrounds found near Yellow Springs.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CJ BROWN DAM AND RESERVOIR - DAM SITE (OH) 4.7/5 3 $35
Caesar Creek Lake 4.5/5 5 $35

National Parks Near Yellow Springs

28 national parks and monuments found near Yellow Springs.

ParkTypeFee
Adams Lake State Park State Park Free
Adena State Memorial State Park Free
Alum Creek State Park State Park Free
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site State Park Free
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
Delaware State Park State Park Free
East Fork State Park State Park Free
Grand Lake St Marys State Park State Park Free
Great Seal State Park State Park Free
Harbor Point State Park State Park Free
Harrison State Park State Park Free
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park National Historical 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
Lake White Sp State Park Free
Madison Lake State Park State Park Free
Pike Lake State Park State Park Free
Rocky Fork State Park State Park Free
Stonelick State Park State Park Free
Story Mound State Memorial State Park Free
Sycamore State Park State Park Free
William Howard Taft National Historic Site National Historic Site Free

Museums in Yellow Springs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GLEN HELEN NATURE PRESERVEZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION9377691902$68,440,551
TRAILSIDE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9377691902$68,440,551
WESCOTT HOUSE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9373279291$609,138
WESTCOTT HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION85 S GREENMOUNT AVE9373279291$609,138
CLARK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION117 SOUTH FOUNTIAN AVENUE9373240657$562,550
CLARK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9373240657$562,550
SPRINGFIELD MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM9373254673$457,223
OHIO BASKETBALL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6145472160$73,180
GEORGE ROGERS CLARK HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM936 S TECUMSEH RD9378829216$49,685
MUSEUM AT THE FRIENDS HOMEHISTORY MUSEUM115 S 4TH ST5138971607$42,873
ENON COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION45 INDIAN DR9378647080$25,371
CARRIAGE HILL FARMGENERAL MUSEUM9372782609$2,917
HOLLANDIA BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER616 NORTH LIMESTONE STREET9373223122$2,507
AMERICAS PEOPLE HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
ANTIQUE STUDEBAKER MUSEUM OF OHIOGENERAL MUSEUM4762 WEST ENON RD
BEAVERCREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017978782
BELLBROOK-SUGARCREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BELMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BETHEL TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CAPE COD CHILDREN'S FARMGENERAL MUSEUM
DARKE COUNTY EDUCATIONAL HISTORYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAYTON MILITARY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
ELIZABETH TWSP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GLEN HELEN ECOLOGY INSTITUTEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER405 CORRY ST9377691902
GREENE COUNTY OHIO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9373724606
GREENE COUNTY PARKS & TRAILSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER575 LEDBETTER ROAD9375626474
HISTORICAL MINITURES GAMING SOCIETY -GREAT LAKESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JAMESTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9376753501
LONG HOUSE ACADEMYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9373720699
MARIANIST ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4435 EAST PATTERSON ROAD9374293582
MEDWAY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION223 MAIN STREET9378491527
NATIONAL AFRO-AMERICAN MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9373764944
NATIONAL AFRO-AMERICAN MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM9373764944
NATIONAL DIRT LATE MODEL HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
NEW CARLISLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8708987200
RIVERSIDE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 310669372527242
SOUTH FOUNTAIN PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHWESTERN OHIO PUBLIC RADIOHISTORIC PRESERVATION9374228676
SPRING VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
STEIN GALLERIESART MUSEUM
WAYNE TOWNSHIP-HUBER HEIGHTS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WING CHUN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9372366485
YELLOW SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5137677516

Libraries in Yellow Springs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GREENE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY76 E. MARKET0.01,110,668
CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 S. FOUNTAIN AVE.0.0480,688
NEW CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY111 E. LAKE AVE0.080,885

Farmers Markets in Yellow Springs

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Anderson Farm Market1240 Clifton Rd
Breezy Acres Orchard3470 Waynesville- Jamestown Road
Fairborn Farmers MarketCorner of Main St. & Grand Ave.Visit
Green County Farm Market AssociationBeaver Valley & Dayton
Greene County Farmers MarketAllison Avenue, Plaza Shopping Center
New Carlisle Farmer's Market114 South Main street06/20/2015 to 09/12/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM;Visit
S.P. Mallow & Sons914 Bellbrook Avenue
Springfield Farmers Market117 S Fountain Ave. 06/03/2017 to 09/30/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
SUGARCREEK TOWNSHIP FARMERS' MARKET6134 Wilmington Pike05/17/2013 to 10/25/2013Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
The Heights Farmers and Artisans Market6178 Chambersburg RoadVisit
Timothy's Farmers MarketCorner of East Xenia & Maysutle St
Volk Fruit Farm5782 Addison-New Carlisle Pike
Xenia Station Farmers Market Miami Ave.
Yellow Springs Farmers' Market in King's YardWalnut St. behind the Trail TavernVisit
Yellow Springs SOUTH TOWN FARMERS' MARKET1485 XENIA AVE. ST RT 68
Yellow Springs Winter Farmer's MarketYellow Springs Methodist Church/ 202 South Winter Street01/04/2014 to 03/29/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Hotels in Yellow Springs

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Springs Motel

Restaurants in Yellow Springs

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Calypso Grill and Smokehouse
Current Cuisine
Lucky Dragon
Mazu
The Dairy Store
The Golden Jersey Inn
Winds Cafe
Youngs Jersey Dairy

Cafes in Yellow Springs

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dino's
Sunrise Cafe
The Ohio Coffee Co Espresso Bar and Cafe
Underdog Cafe

Theatres in Yellow Springs

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antioch Amphitheatre
Little Art Theatre
The Foundry Theater

Gas Stations in Yellow Springs

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Speedway

Banks in Yellow Springs

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

U.S. Bank
Yellow Springs Credit Union

Breweries in Yellow Springs

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bens Corner Pub LLCBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants436 Sheridan Ave9373235116
Beverage DockShopping & Stores, Springfield, OH, Springfield, Breweries, Wine Stores, Liquor Stores, OH, Wine, S209 E Leffel Ln9373253241
Coca-cola Enterprises IncHuber Heights Soft Drinks, Beverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Wholesale Bottles, Groceries and Relate1000 Coca Cola Blvd9378798700, 9378783162Visit
Eudora Brewing Co.Brewery4716 Wilmington PikeVisit
Whities TavernCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, food and drink, Bars & Pubs, drinking, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew1070 Warder St9375212479
Xpress Drive ThruBreweries, Wholesale Foods1100 Lagonda Ave9375250404
Yellow Springs BreweryBars, Brew Pubs, Brewers, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores305 N Walnut St9377670222Visit

Nursing Homes in Yellow Springs

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
FRIENDS EXTENDED CARE CENTER
150 EAST HERMAN STREET
Non profit - Corporation 66 62 4/5 3/5 5/5 9377677363

Pharmacies in Yellow Springs

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MEDICINE BY MAIL 1496 SOUTHGATE AVENUE 937-767-7804
TOWN DRUG 263 XENIA AVENUE 937-767-1070

EV Charging Stations in Yellow Springs

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Bryan Center100 Dayton STBlink Network2J1772public
John Bryan Community Center - Tesla Destination100 Dayton StTesla Destination2TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Yellow Springs

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
343 State Road 72 (60176)LTOWER95
1255 N. Alcony-Conover Road (60165)LTOWER92
2175 US RT 42 E (60147)LTOWER88
1262 NEW JASPER/PAINTERSVILLE (New Jasper)TOWER88
1262 NEW JASPER/PAINTERSVILLE (New Jasper)TOWER88
2104 ADDISON-NEW CARLISLE ROAD (81670)LTOWER88
9712 CINCINNATI COLUMBUS ROAD (81663)LTOWER80
2720 Lower Bellbrook Road (60146)MTOWER61
12250 LOWER VALLEY PIKE (81657)MTOWER60
251 North Main Street (110061)MTOWER59
4031 State Rt 72 (60212)MTOWER58
5990 SPANGLER ROAD (60182)MTOWER44

Fire Stations in Yellow Springs

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Miami Township Fire-Rescue225 Corry STMostly volunteer937-767-7842

Bridges in Yellow Springs

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1941269,316F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous19911755,832G
CulvertSteel1956272,409P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1960291,850G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1978391,235G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19671701,025G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete195441978F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196554736G
Truss (Thru)Wood or Timber201476465G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197725202G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198528111G

Superfund Sites Near Yellow Springs

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CENTRAL STATE UNIV1400 BRUSH ROW RDGREENE
DELPHI AHG KETTERING OPS2000 FORRER BOULEVARDMONTGOMERY
TOPRE AMERICA CORPORATION2069 LAGONDA AVECLARK

Airports Near Yellow Springs

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken FieldLUKMedium Airport
James M. Cox Dayton International AirportDAYMedium Airport
Springfield-Beckley Municipal AirportSGHMedium Airport
Wilmington AirparkILNMedium Airport
Wright-Patterson Air Force BaseFFOMedium Airport
Adams StripSmall Airport
Aerodrome Les NoyersSmall Airport
Air Jordan AirportSmall Airport
Anderson AirfieldSmall Airport
Andy Barnhart Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Bashore AirportSmall Airport
Beam Farms AirportSmall Airport
Bellefontaine Regional AirportSmall Airport
Boober AirportSmall Airport
Bowman AirportSmall Airport
Buena Vista Farm AirportSmall Airport
Butler Co Regional Airport - Hogan FieldHAOSmall Airport
Caesar Creek Soaring Club GliderportSmall Airport
Clearwater AirparkSmall Airport
Clermont County AirportSmall Airport
Clinton County AirportSmall Airport
Collins-Flege AirparkSmall Airport
Columbus Southwest AirportSmall Airport
Dahio Trotwood AirportSmall Airport
Darby AirportSmall Airport
Darke County AirportSmall Airport
Dayton-Phillipsburg AirportSmall Airport
Dayton-Wright Brothers AirportMGYSmall Airport
Dewey DromeSmall Airport
Donner FieldSmall Airport
Double J AirportSmall Airport
Elliotts Landing AirportSmall Airport
Farpoint AirfieldSmall Airport
Fayette County AirportSmall Airport
Fighter Field AirportSmall Airport
Fl-AirfieldSmall Airport
Fricke AirportSmall Airport
Frith AirportSmall Airport
Fry AirportSmall Airport
Fry FieldSmall Airport
Gilmer AirportSmall Airport
Green Acres AirportSmall Airport
Greene County/Lewis A. Jackson Regional AirportSmall Airport
Grimes FieldSmall Airport
Haas AirportSmall Airport
Hallelujah FieldSmall Airport
Hammond AirportSmall Airport
Heitman FieldSmall Airport
Hickerson AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Grove AirparkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Yellow Springs

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Beavercreek Police Department
Clark County Sheriff120 North Fountain Avenue
Clark County Sheriff East District Office3130 East Main Street
Huber Heights Police Department
Springfield Police130 North Fountain Avenue
Yellow Springs Police Department
Yellow Springs Police Department

Grocery Stores in Yellow Springs

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 7647Other1485 Xenia Ave
Rosie's Natural FoodsConvenience Store142 Dayton St
Smaller Footprint Farm NAFMNPFarmers and Markets3343 W Jackson Rd
Speedway 1202Convenience Store301 Xenia Ave
TOMS MARKETSupermarket242 Xenia Ave
Yellow Springs Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets100 Dayton St

Treatment Centers in Yellow Springs

14 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Applegate RecoverySubstance Abuse937-329-9370
BrightView HealthSubstance Abuse844-707-7775
DeCoach Rehabilitation CentreBoth937-281-4673
Ethan Crossing Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse937-390-8060
McKinley Hall IncSubstance Abuse937-328-5300 x0
McKinley Hall Inc - Mens Residential ProgramSubstance Abuse937-328-5300 x222
Oesterlen Services for Youth IncBoth937-399-6101 x140
Project Woman of OhioMental Health937-328-5308
Recovery Centers IncSubstance Abuse937-562-2400
Rocking Horse Childrens Health CenterBoth937-324-1111
TCN Behavioral Health Services IncBoth937-376-8700
TCN Behavioral Health Services IncBoth937-879-3400
TCN Behavioral Health Services Inc - Christopher HouseSubstance Abuse937-376-8782
WellSpringMental Health937-325-5564

DOL Wage Violations in Yellow Springs

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $32,939 in back wages owed to 35 employees.

4
Violations
$32,939
Back Wages Owed
35
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
Villlage Automotive Service 45387 1 $17,136 $952 18
Miami Township Fire-Rescue 45387 1 $11,545 $962 12
YSI Xylem 45387 1 $2,178 $545 4
Greene County Educational Service Center 45387 2 $2,081 $2,081 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yellow Springs

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHRISTIAN CENTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD324 E DAYTON YELLOW SPRINGS RD
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MINISTRY AT OHIOINSTITUTIONS INC185 PARK MEADOWS DR
FAITH IGNITED547 EDWARDS CT
HASHLAMAH PROJECTPO BOX 622
PLEASANT GROVE MISSIONARY CHURCH491 W HYDE RD
SPRINGS GATE MINISTRIES445 W SOUTH COLLEGE ST
YELLOW SPRINGS DHARMA CENTER502 LIVERMORE ST
YELLOW SPRINGS HAVURAHPO BOX 275

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Historic Markers
4
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Haunted Places
2
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yellow Springs

What is the population of Yellow Springs?

Yellow Springs has a population of 3,655 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,329 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Yellow Springs expensive to live in?

Yellow Springs 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 $67,477, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $279,700 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $849 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Yellow Springs safe?

Yellow Springs is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 188 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,522 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Yellow Springs receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Yellow Springs?

Yellow Springs has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Yellow Springs?

Yellow Springs has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,390. There are 4,168 business establishments in the area, including 377 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 19.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Yellow Springs?

The median home value in Yellow Springs is $279,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,737. For renters, the median monthly rent is $849. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,895.

How are the schools in Yellow Springs?

Schools in Yellow Springs score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 62.3% of adults in Yellow Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. 35.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Yellow Springs?

The obesity rate in Yellow Springs is 36.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.0% of adults are smokers. 18.5% are physically inactive. 24.3% of residents report depression. 5.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 86.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,115.

What is transportation like in Yellow Springs?

The average commute in Yellow Springs is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Yellow Springs?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Yellow Springs is 83.6% White, 9.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 21.9% of residents have a disability. 97.5% have health insurance coverage.

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