Dodson Township, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,568 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,607 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$147,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$544 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Highland County
2
Ohio
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Highland County
4
Ohio
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 29
Feb 3 4 33
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Lynchburg-Clay Elementary School
1 miles, SW · 4.6star
Lynchburg-Clay High School
1 miles, SW · 4.1star
Lynchburg-Clay Middle School
2 miles, NE · 4.1star

Colleges

Chatfield College
4 miles, W · 1star
Southern State Community College
10 miles, E · 1.4star
Wilmington College
16 miles, N · 2.3star

Hospitals

Highland District Hospital
11 miles, E · 3.2star
Clinton Memorial Hospital
16 miles, N · 1.4star
Mercy Health-Clermont Hospital
20 miles, W · 4.1star

Airports