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Elsmere, Kentucky

Introduction to Elsmere, Kentucky

Elsmere, Kentucky is 13 miles SW of Cincinnati, Ohio. It is in Kenton county. The city is part of the Cincinnati metro area. The population of Elsmere is 8,139.

Elsmere History

The city of Elsmere is located in the Bluegrass Region. It is situated in Kenton County, which was established in 1840. The city was named after a street called Elsmere Avenue in Norwood, Ohio. The city in the beginning was sparsely populated and gradually developed with the early settlers, who visited the area in around 1839. In the early 1800s, the city served as a coach stop aside the Montgomery Road. Elsmere was incorporated in 1896. The arrival of Marietta and Cincinnati Railroad and the Cincinnati, Lebanon and Northern Railway helped the city to develop.

Elsmere and nearby Attractions

  • Museum of Anthropology
  • William Howard Taft National Historic Site
  • Little Miami State Park
  • Miami White Water Forest Park
  • Ceaser Creek State Park

Things To Do In Elsmere

To be a part of the historic city of Elsmere tourists can visit the William Howard Taft National Historic Site. One can also enjoy the green and the wilderness of the Miami White Water Forest Park, which is known for its rich vegetation and campinf facilities. The Lincoln Woods State Park is also worth visiting. The Newport Aquarium is also close to the city.

Elsmere Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky International Airport.

Elsmere Higher Education

Higher education can be availed from Miami University, Northern Kentucky University, Campbell County, University of Cincinnati, Hamilton County, and Xavier University.

High Points

Elsmere strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Kentucky):

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyElsmere Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyElsmere Low Property Crime
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 10%Elsmere Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Elsmere, KY

Comparing Elsmere to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kentucky (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Male Share of the Population89
Racial Diversity58
Well-Paid Single Men37
Female Share of the Population32
Age of the Population21
Senior Citizens21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size810
Portion of People Married67

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better68
People Above Poverty68
Median Family Income58
College Educated Adults25

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use810
Short Commute Times66
Walking and Biking to Work23
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built77
Affordability of Property Taxes73
Affordability of Rents52
People Living Alone22
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals13
Seasonal and Vacation Housing12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime108
Low Property Crime108
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