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Defiance, OH


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Defiance, Ohio

Defiance, Ohio, in Defiance county, is 41 miles E of Fort Wayne, Indiana (center to center) and 49 miles SW of Toledo, Ohio. The city contains a population of approximately 16,465.

The People and Families of Defiance

In Defiance, about 54% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Defiance had a median family income of $49,599.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Defiance favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,060. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Defiance Housing

Defiance has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 71% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Defiance, 94% 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

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyDefiance Racial Diversity
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 6%Defiance Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Defiance, OH

Comparing Defiance 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
Children Under 5 Years Old89
Racial Diversity810
Male Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Men67
Well-Paid Single Women67
Senior Citizens55
Female Share of the Population54
Age of the Population44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married54
Average Household Size44

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better67
People Above Poverty65
Median Family Income67
College Educated Adults47

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work78
Public Transportation Use35
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes86
Affordability of Rents76
People Living Alone66
Seasonal and Vacation Housing66
Housing Recently Built47
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35

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