Springfield, OH

Springfield, Ohio

Introduction to Springfield, Ohio

Springfield, Ohio is 43 miles W of Columbus, Ohio. It's located in Clark county in southwestern Ohio along the Mad River, Buck Creek and Beaver Creek. The city has redeveloped numerous old factory sites. It's a popular destination for antique shoppers.

Springfield History

The city was established in 1801 by James Demint. The National Road which ended in Springfield for 10 years was significantly responsible for the growth of the town. In the mid and late 1800's the town was dominated by prominent industrialists. The Bushnell Building was the site where the Wight Brothers' patent attorney wrote the patent for the invention of the airplane. The Kelly Springfield Tire Company was established in 1894. From 1916 to 1926 10 automobile companies had facilities in Springfield.

Springfield Attractions

• The Clark County Courthouse is an impressive structure.
• The Clark County Fair.
• Springfield Civic Theatre offers a wide variety of performances.
• The Westcott House was designed by the renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
• Clark County Historical Society Museum.
• Springfield Symphony Orchestra.
• Clark State Performing Arts Center includes the Turner Studio Theater, Kuss Auditorium and the Salerno Educational Center.
• The Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market attracts people from outside of the region.
• Springfield Museum of Art.
• Summer Arts Festival is a popular event and features a variety of concerts, exhibits and performances.
• The Ohio Lyric Theater.
• Municipal Stadium.
• Springfield features two large antique malls.
• Champions Center is a notable location for horse shows.

Springfield Activities

The Buchhorn Trail and the Lakeview Trail are popular with hiking enthusiasts. There are numerous popular golf courses including Locust Hills, Reid Park and Snyder Park golf courses. Clarence J Brown Reservoir, Culp Lake, Blue Hole, Clark Lake and Hosterman Lake provide opportunities for outdoor activities. The Little Miami River loop is nearby. George Rogers Clark Park is a vast acreage and is popular for picnicking, hiking and fishing. The nearby Buck Creek State Park is utilized for a variety of outdoor activities.

Springfield Higher Education

The city is home to Wittenberg University, a liberal-arts college and Clark State Community College.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 9%
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers)	Top 10%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 14%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State)	Top 15%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 17%

Comparative Profile of Springfield, OH

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Children Under 5 Years Old
Age of the Population
Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Housing Recently Built

Springfield Almanac

Springfield Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Springfield Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Springfield Public Libraries

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Springfield Hospitals

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER OF SPRINGFIELD
(Voluntary non-profit - Church)
1343 FOUNTAIN BOULEVARD
(937) 390-5000
Emergency Service: Yes

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF SPRINGFIELD AND CLARK CO,THE
(Voluntary non-profit - Other)
2615 EAST HIGH STREET
(937) 325-0531
Emergency Service: Yes

Wal-Mart in Springfield

Springfield High Schools (2004)

NORTH HIGH SCHOOL
701 E HOME RD
937-342-4100
Serves 1,424 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 17.3

SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
700 S LIMESTONE ST
937-328-2027
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 1,078 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 13.9

SHAWNEE HIGH SCHOOL
1675 E POSSUM RD
937-325-9296
Serves 893 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 17.2

KENTON RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
4444 MIDDLE URBANA RD
937-390-1274
Serves 670 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 16.9

GREENON HIGH SCHOOL
3950 S TECUMSEH RD
937-325-7343
Serves 669 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 17.6

NORTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL
5650 TROY RD
937-964-1324
Serves 651 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 20.8

NORTHEASTERN HIGH SCHOOL
1480 BOWMAN RD
937-328-6575
Serves 487 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.5

LIFE SKILLS CENTER-SPRINGFIELD
1637 SELMA RD
937-322-2940
A charter school.
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 254 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 36.3

KEIFER COMMUNITY CENTER HIGH SCHOOL
501 S WITTENBERG AVE
937-328-6875
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 165 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 9.2

ELMWOOD CENTER
280 S CLAIRMONT AVE
937-328-2049
A Special Education School
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 72 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 5.7

SPRINGFIELD-CLARK COUNTY
1901 SELMA RD
937-325-7368
A Vocational School

Springfield Colleges

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Carousel Beauty College

Clark State Community College

Community Hospital School of Nursing

Wittenberg University

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