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Heath, Ohio

Introduction to Heath, Ohio

Heath, Ohio is 29 miles E of Columbus, Ohio. It is located in Licking County and is part of the Columbus metro area. The population is 8,527.

Heath History

Initially the city was host to the Newark Air Force Base, the seat of United States Air Force metrology. This function is now served by Air Force Primary Standards Lab and AFMETCAL. Licking County, named because of the salt licks in the area, was founded in 1808.

Heath and Nearby Attractions

  • National Heisey Glass Museum
  • Pickerington Ponds Metro Park
  • The Dawes Arboretum
  • Moundbuilders State Memorial
  • Santa Maria

Things To Do In Heath

Flint Ridge, Ohio Ceramic Center, Robbins Hunter Museum, and the National Heisey Glass Museum are located near Heath. Parks like Hobak Park and Heath Community Park offer opportunities for recreational activities. Places of historical significance include Great Circle Earthworks and Moundbuilders State Memorial. Dawes Arboretum, which is spread over a huge area, includes a Bonsai collection, Conifer Glen, Azalea Glen, and several hiking trails.

Heath Transportation

Flights are available from Port Columbus International Airport.

Heath Higher Education

Colleges near Heath include Denison University, Ohio State University-Main Campus, Franklin University, and Columbus State Community College.

Comparative Profile of Heath, OH

Comparing Heath 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
Female Share of the Population77
Senior Citizens66
Age of the Population66
Well-Paid Single Women67
Well-Paid Single Men56
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Male Share of the Population44
Racial Diversity37

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married76
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better77
Median Family Income67
People Above Poverty65
College Educated Adults36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times66
Public Transportation Use67
Working at Home35
Walking and Biking to Work34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built79
Affordability of Property Taxes75
Affordability of Rents75
Seasonal and Vacation Housing78
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68
People Living Alone55

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime63
Low Property Crime32

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