Prairie Township, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
3,061 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,917 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$206,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$407 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$786 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Holmes County
1
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

Holmes County
1
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 2 9 26
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 2 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 5 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Holmesville Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 4.6star
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Colleges

The College of Wooster
12 miles, NE · 2.8star
Wayne County Schools Career Center
16 miles, NE · 1.4star
University of Akron Wayne College
18 miles, NE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Pomerene Hospital
5 miles, S · 5star
Wooster Community Hospital
13 miles, NE · 5star
Aultman Orrville Hospital
17 miles, NE · 3.2star
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Airports

Akron-Canton Regional Airport
32 miles, E · 1.4star
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