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Coshocton, OH


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Coshocton, Ohio

Coshocton, Ohio, in Coshocton county, is 44 miles SW of Canton, Ohio (center to center) and 64 miles E of Columbus, Ohio. The city contains a population of approximately 11,682.

The People and Families of Coshocton

In Coshocton, about 55% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Coshocton, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. Coshocton boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Coshocton had a median family income of $42,088.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Coshocton favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $10,260. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Coshocton Housing

Coshocton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 64% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the city might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side. Rents in Coshocton tend toward the low side for Ohio.

Commuting

In Coshocton, 92% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The city can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyCoshocton Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Coshocton Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 13%Coshocton Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Coshocton, OH

Comparing Coshocton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Ohio (State):

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens99
Female Share of the Population99
Age of the Population99
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Well-Paid Single Men44
Racial Diversity26
Male Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married43
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty65
People in Middle Class or Better54
Median Family Income44
College Educated Adults36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work89
Public Transportation Use68
Working at Home67

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents99
People Living Alone99
Affordability of Property Taxes98
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals79
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Housing Recently Built23

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