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Urbana, OH Micro Area

Urbana, OH · Micro Area

38,804Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Dayton-Springfield-Kettering, OH combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$75,556
Median home value
$204,000
Land area
429 sq mi
91 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Champaign County, OHCentral38,804$75,556$204,000

Largest cities and towns

20 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Urbana (Township), OH—14,154$69,458
Urbana, OHCity11,204$68,003
Goshen, OH—3,638$73,902
Johnson, OH—3,138$59,967
Rush, OH—2,796$63,194
Mad River, OH—2,766$86,330
Jackson, OH—2,539$80,852
Salem, OH—2,514$112,818
St. Paris, OHVillage2,248$58,147
Union, OH—1,949$56,331
Mechanicsburg, OHVillage1,713$59,583
North Lewisburg, OHVillage1,706$59,271
Wayne, OH—1,699$93,061
Concord, OH—1,506$116,875
Adams, OH—1,371$106,389
Harrison, OH—734$59,565
Christiansburg, OHVillage708$62,250
Rosewood, OHCDP362$114,390
Woodstock, OHVillage311$65,357
Mutual, OHVillage87$62,500

Also in the Dayton-Springfield-Kettering, OH combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
8%
Unemployment
4.8%
College Educated
19%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$75,556
Mean Household Income
$89,744

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
50.0%
Female
50.0%

Population Split

Male50.0%
Female50.0%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German24.3%
English15.2%
Irish14.0%
Scottish2.4%
Italian2.3%
French2.3%
Polish1.2%
Mexican1.2%
African0.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

1.2%Foreign Born
98.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized66.5%
Non-Citizen33.5%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later17.0%
Before 201083.0%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
16,944
Median Rent
$905/mo
Median Home Value
$204,000
Median Year Built
1969

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
7,922
College Enrollment
15.3%
High School
26.6%
College Educated
19.0%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
27.1 min
Drive Alone Rate
81.0%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work From Home
8.4%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
22.1%
18-34 Years
19.3%
35-64 Years
39.3%
65+ Years
19.3%

Population Composition

Under 1822.1%
18-3419.3%
35-6439.3%
65+19.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
52.9%
Single Parent
5.2%
Living Alone
27.5%
Avg Size
2.45

Household Types

Married Couples52.9%
Single Parent5.2%
Living Alone27.5%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$36,927
SNAP Usage
10.2%
Health Insurance
94.9%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k11.7%
$25k - $50k20.7%
$50k - $100k32.5%
$100k+35.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
25.7%
Retail Trade
10.2%
Education & Health Care
19.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.9%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
88.8%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
93.7%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
88.3
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
177.2
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.