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New Lexington, Ohio

New Lexington, Ohio, in Perry county, is 45 miles E of Columbus, Ohio. The city has a population of 4,689.

The People and Families of New Lexington

In New Lexington, about 53% of adults are married. Be careful driving in New Lexington, since the city is home to many young children.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, New Lexington had a median family income of $33,514.

Political Inclinations

Residents of New Lexington gave more campaign money ($1) to George W. Bush than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

New Lexington Housing

Owners occupy 62% of the housing units in New Lexington. One of the strengths of the city is the availability of reasonably priced apartment rentals. Who wouldn't appreciate the low real estate taxes that are typical in New Lexington?

Commuting

In New Lexington, 92% of commuters drive to work. If you visit or move to the city, try the public transportation system.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 12%New Lexington Affordability of Property Taxes
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%New Lexington Public Transportation Use
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 19%New Lexington Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of New Lexington, OH

Comparing New Lexington 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 Old1010
Female Share of the Population66
Senior Citizens56
Male Share of the Population55
Well-Paid Single Men32
Age of the Population22
Racial Diversity22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size66
Portion of People Married44

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better42
People Above Poverty32
Median Family Income32
College Educated Adults23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Working at Home46
Walking and Biking to Work32
Short Commute Times21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals87
Affordability of Property Taxes79
Affordability of Rents69
People Living Alone66
Seasonal and Vacation Housing46
Housing Recently Built34

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime65
Low Property Crime33
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