Cincinnati, OH — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Hamilton County · Ohio
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Cincinnati based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
309,595
2023 ACS
Median Income
$51,707
2023
Median Home Value
$215,300
2023
Median Rent
$953
2023
Median Age
33.0
Unemployment
6.8%
Cost of Living Index
95.7
100 = national avg
Cincinnati is a city in Hamilton County, Ohio, with a population of 309,595 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Cincinnati is one of the communities in Ohio.
The median household income in Cincinnati is $51,707, and the median home value is $215,300. The cost of living index is 95.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $953 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, and the median age is 33.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
309,595
Male
148,944
48.1%
Female
160,651
51.9%
Median Age
33.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
27.0%
High School or Higher
42.8%
Foreign Born
7.1%
Veterans
3.8%
Married
26.0%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.597
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
49.4%
Foreign Born
7.1%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
5.4%
16,656 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
94.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
290,111
English Only
90.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
10,168 speakers
Limited English
4.1%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.9%
Limited English Proficiency
4.1%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
11,864
3.8% of population
Disability Rate
17.1%
2,030 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$36,794
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
10,511
88.6%
Female Veterans
1,353
11.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$36,794
Non-Veteran Income
$34,602
Difference
$2,192
6.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,030
Without Disability
9,834
Disability Rate
17.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
170,522
#1 Ancestry
German
17.5% (54,050)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
9.8% (30,307)
#3 Ancestry
English
6.9% (21,406)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
142,810
Family Households
61,789
43.3%
Married Couples
35,026
24.5%
Non-Family Households
81,021
56.7%
Single Mother Households
21,402
15.0%
Single Father Households
5,361
3.8%
Living Alone
64,181
44.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
56,811
In Married Couple
25,181
44.3%
With Single Mother
26,702
47.0%
With Single Father
4,928
8.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$73,589
Married Couple Income
$113,721
Single Mother Income
$33,216
Single Father Income
$55,563
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
3,717
Grandparents Responsible
1,712
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$51,707
-29% vs national
Per Capita Income
$38,878
+5% vs national
Poverty Rate
24.5%
+80% vs national
Gini Index
0.5402
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.8%
+30% vs national
SNAP Recipients
18.3%
of households
How Cincinnati Compares
Cincinnati vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Cincinnati is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Cincinnati, OH has a median household income of $51,707, making it the 20,527th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Cincinnati has a higher median household income than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Cincinnati, OH has a per capita income of $38,878, making it the 9,278th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Cincinnati has a higher per capita income than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Cincinnati, OH has a poverty rate of 24.5%, making it the 4,913th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Cincinnati has a higher poverty rate than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Cincinnati, OH has a unemployment rate of 6.8%, making it the 7,710th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Cincinnati has a higher unemployment rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Cincinnati. The median household income here is $51,707.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
+41% vs OH avg
Labor Force
166,639
Employed
155,077
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
27.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
42.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.0
Work from Home
13.2%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$97.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
95.7
100 = national avg
-4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,129
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,578
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,353
per month
The median household income in Cincinnati, OH is $51,707, which is 29.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $38,878. The poverty rate of 24.5% is higher than the OH state average of 12.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5402, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, compared to the state average of 4.8%. The labor force is 166,639. 27.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 13.2% working from home. About 66.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 95.7, which is 4.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,129 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$247,500
Median List Price
$270,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$151
Days on Market
84
Active Inventory
935
Months of Supply
6.2
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$240,511
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,414
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
20.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
39.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
150
New Listings
310
Pending Sales
292
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$151
Median List $/SF
$171
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Cincinnati, OH? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro area, home prices have risen 376.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 100.3%. The 10-year growth rate is 106.3%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 57.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 11.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN housing market rather than Cincinnati alone.
Metro area: Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN
Cincinnati vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Cincinnati is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Cincinnati, OH has a median home value of $215,300, making it the 11,256th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Cincinnati has a higher median home value than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Cincinnati, OH has a median rent of $953, making it the 11,025th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Cincinnati has a higher median rent than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Cincinnati, OH has a price per square foot of $151, making it the 12,453rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Cincinnati has a higher price per square foot than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Cincinnati, OH has a rent burden of 22.1%, making it the 6,094th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Cincinnati has a higher rent burden than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$215,300
Median Rent
$953
Total Housing Units
159,731
Vacancy Rate
10.6%
Owner Occupied
38.9%
Renter Occupied
61.1%
Median Property Tax
$2,897
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,283
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,897
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.35%
of home value
Median Home Value
$215,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,321
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,897) by the median home value ($215,300). In Cincinnati, OH, this works out to an effective rate of 1.35%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Cincinnati, OH is $247,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 84 days on the market. 20.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $151. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,414/month. About 38.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1951. There are 159,731 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,897. The effective tax rate is 1.35%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
8.49
per 1,000 residents
+226% vs national
Property Crime Rate
38.29
per 1,000 residents
+123% vs national
Total Crimes
14,576
2024
Violent Clearance
45%
cases solved
Property Clearance
15%
cases solved
YoY Change
+16.3%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Cincinnati Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Cincinnati vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Cincinnati is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Cincinnati police solve 60% of murder cases but only 7% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 68 | 0.22 | 60.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 178 | 0.57 | 39.3% |
| Robbery | Violent | 722 | 2.32 | 33.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,667 | 5.35 | 49.7% |
| Burglary | Property | 1,709 | 5.48 | 20.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 7,463 | 23.95 | 16.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 2,760 | 8.86 | 6.8% |
Cincinnati, OH reported 2,644 violent crimes and 11,932 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 8.49 per 1,000 residents is 226.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 45% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 7,463 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 53.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,644 | 11,932 | 8.49 | 38.29 |
| 2023 | 2,258 | 13,087 | 7.30 | 42.29 |
| 2022 | 2,600 | 11,581 | 8.45 | 37.63 |
| 2021 | 2,546 | 10,136 | 8.34 | 33.20 |
| 2020 | 2,763 | 11,307 | 9.07 | 37.11 |
| 2019 | 2,563 | 13,051 | 8.45 | 43.03 |
| 2018 | 2,560 | 13,774 | 8.48 | 45.62 |
| 2017 | 2,862 | 15,165 | 9.57 | 50.70 |
| 2016 | 2,804 | 15,428 | 9.38 | 51.62 |
| 2015 | 2,788 | 16,534 | 9.34 | 55.39 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
2
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2013 | La Salle High School | 0 | 0 | public suicide | .45-caliber semi-automatic handgun |
| Jan 8, 2007 | Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
96.3
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
96.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
43.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
86.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
18
Public Assistance
$67.0M
Individual Assistance
$10.0M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $48.8M | $7.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Landslides, and Mudslides → | Flood | Apr 2018 | $3.0M | — |
| Severe Storms → | Severe Storm | Jun 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2011 | $2.8M | — |
| Severe Wind Storm Associated With Tropic… → | Severe Storm | Oct 2008 | $8.1M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $304K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2005 | $1.3M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2001 | $2.8M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Mar 1997 | — | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 1990 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Apr 1974 | — | — |
| Mudslides → | Mud/Landslide | Jun 1973 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1968 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | $2.8M |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Unknown | — | — | $1K |
Showing 20 of 24 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,913
Total Claims Paid
$33,514,974
Avg Claim Payout
$17,520
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
28
Federal Funding
$18,568,457
Properties Protected
317
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.53
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 22 | $16,105,728 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 4 | $82,121 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts; 500.3: Flood Control - Dam | 1 | $2,358,108 |
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 1 | $22,500 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Cincinnati has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, heat wave, cold wave. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (7 declarations). 1,913 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $67,019,381 in public assistance recovery funding. $9,972,724 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 28 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
38.3%
2.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.3%
2.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.1%
2.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.6%
1.0pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
31.6%
Arthritis
25.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.3%
Loneliness
35.9%
Lack of Support
23.7%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
29.8%
Mobility
13.9%
Cognitive
16.0%
Hearing
5.4%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
4.9%
Independent Living
10.0%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Cincinnati has an obesity rate of 38.3%, which is 2.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.3%, 2.8pp above the national average. About 9.6% of adults lack health insurance. 78.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
University Of Cincinnati Medic...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, Llc | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Christ Hospital | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Va Medical Center | 1.4 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Hospital | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Children'S Hospital Medical Center | 2.4 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
15
Pop. Served
779,067
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CINCINNATI PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM | 750,200 | 0 |
| INDIAN HILL CITY PWS | 15,000 | 0 |
| WYOMING CITY PWS | 9,700 | 0 |
| TIMBERBROOK MOBILE HOME PARK | 1,418 | 0 |
| OAK BROOK ESTATES | 455 | 0 |
| CHATEAU ESTATES MHP PWS | 430 | 1 |
| WHISPERING PINES RV PARK | 308 | 0 |
| PINE GLEN MOBILE HOME PARK LLC, | 303 | 0 |
| QUAIL RUN MOBILE HOME ESTATES | 260 | 0 |
| HICKORY MANOR MOBILE HOME PARK | 250 | 0 |
| HONEY CREEK VILLAGE MHP PWS | 225 | 1 |
| WOODLAND HILLS MOBILE HOME PARK #2 | 168 | 0 |
| COUNTRY ACRES MOBILE HOME PARK | 150 | 0 |
| APOLLO MOBILE HOME PARK | 100 | 1 |
| WOODLAND HILLS MOBILE HOME PARK #1 | 100 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
10
Total CO₂e
927.9K MT
Top Emitter
Rumpke Sanitary Landfill
284.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Rumpke Sanitary Landfill Rumpke Consolidated Cos Inc | Waste | 284,432 |
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI University Of Cincinnati | Other | 172,058 |
Emery Oleochemicals, LLC Emery Oleochemicals Llc | Chemicals | 162,084 |
Duke Energy Ohio Gas Operation Duke Energy Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 107,726 |
Procter & Gamble Company - Ivorydale The Procter & Gamble Co | Chemicals | 83,142 |
GE Aerospace, Evendale Plant (1431150060) General Electric Co | Other | 61,428 |
CHILDRENS HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER Children'S Hospital Medical Center | Other | 28,731 |
Duke Energy Kentucky Gas Operation Duke Energy Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 10,857 |
ELDA RDF Waste Management Inc | Waste | 9,050 |
Duke Energy Power Delivery Midwest Duke Energy Corp | Other | 8,369 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 15 water systems serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 10 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 927.9K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-15% vs national
Drive Alone
66.2%
-16% vs national
Public Transit
5.7%
+532% vs national
Work From Home
13.2%
+42% vs national
Carpool
7.5%
Walk / Bike
5.6%
combined
How Cincinnati's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
38
2023
6-Year Avg
36
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
10
Nighttime
20
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 37 | 38 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| 2022 | 37 | 40 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| 2021 | 41 | 47 | 0 | 8 | 4 |
| 2020 | 36 | 36 | 15 | 8 | 1 |
| 2019 | 20 | 21 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 | 30 | 32 | 15 | 8 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Cincinnati, OH is 20 minutes, which is 14.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 66.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.2% work from home, which is above the OH state average of 8.5%. Public transit is used by 5.7% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.5% of workers carpool. 5.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 38 traffic fatalities from 37 fatal crashes. 10 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
75.4%
of households
No Internet
8.6%
of households
Total Households
142,810
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.9%
of households
Smartphone
88.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
74.1%
of households
Tablet
55.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
16.0¢
per kWh
-11% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.7¢
per kWh
-28% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.1¢
per kWh
-38% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$135
residential
-3% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
6% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Ohio averages 16.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $135. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Cincinnati vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
15
Population Served
779,067
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CINCINNATI PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM | Community | Surface water | 750,200 | 0 |
| INDIAN HILL CITY PWS | Community | Ground water | 15,000 | 0 |
| WYOMING CITY PWS | Community | Ground water | 9,700 | 0 |
| TIMBERBROOK MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 1,418 | 0 |
| OAK BROOK ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 455 | 0 |
| CHATEAU ESTATES MHP PWS | Community | Ground water | 430 | 1 |
| WHISPERING PINES RV PARK | Community | Ground water | 308 | 0 |
| PINE GLEN MOBILE HOME PARK LLC, | Community | Ground water | 303 | 0 |
| QUAIL RUN MOBILE HOME ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 260 | 0 |
| HICKORY MANOR MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 250 | 0 |
| HONEY CREEK VILLAGE MHP PWS | Community | Ground water | 225 | 1 |
| WOODLAND HILLS MOBILE HOME PARK #2 | Community | Ground water | 168 | 0 |
| COUNTRY ACRES MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 150 | 0 |
| APOLLO MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 100 | 1 |
| WOODLAND HILLS MOBILE HOME PARK #1 | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
88.3% of households in Cincinnati have broadband internet access. 75.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.6% of households have no internet access. 13.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 15 water systems, providing water to 779,067 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Cincinnati is located in Hamilton County, OH. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Cincinnati.
Election Overview
Source: Hamilton County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
233,360
57.0%
GOP Votes
172,365
42.1%
Total Votes
409,753
Margin
D+14.9%
Shift from 2020
R+1.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 233,360 | 172,365 | 409,753 | 57.0% | 42.1% | D+14.9 |
| 2020 | 246,266 | 177,886 | 430,929 | 57.1% | 41.3% | D+15.9 |
| 2016 | 207,587 | 169,972 | 395,000 | 52.5% | 43.0% | D+9.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Hamilton County recorded 409,753 total votes. Democrats won the county with 57.0% of the vote compared to 42.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+14.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Hamilton County has shifted 5.4 percentage points toward Democrats.
Official City Website
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
4,677
Total Assets
$44.9B
Total Income
$22.8B
Per 10K Residents
151.1
nonprofits
+177.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
794
Median Assets
$489K
Oldest Active
1933
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $27.5B of $44.9B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in Cincinnati
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFCincinnati, OH has 4,677 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $44.9B. The most common category is Philanthropy & Grantmaking, with 500 organizations. 794 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 151.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1933.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
6,258
Total Approved
$1.8B
Jobs Supported
60,246
Per 10K Residents
202.1
SBA loans
+120.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
206
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
1,854 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
5,560
Total Amount
$1.5B
Avg Loan
$275,628
Median Loan
$84,900
SBA Guaranteed
$1.1B(73%)
Jobs Supported
52,173
Loans
698
Total Amount
$266.5M
Avg Loan
$381,795
Median Loan
$235,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1,201
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$485.9M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$404,556
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Faxon Machining Inc | 3 | $8.7M |
| Brand Innovation Inc. | 4 | $8.4M |
| The Rivertown Brewing Company Llc | 6 | $6.7M |
| Teledimensions Internatnal Inc | 4 | $6.6M |
| Electric Motor Technologies Llc | 5 | $6.6M |
| Madtree House, Llc | 1 | $5.5M |
| Seilkop Industries Inc. | 3 | $5.4M |
| American Legal Publishing Corporation | 3 | $5.3M |
| Madtree Brewing, Llc | 1 | $5.2M |
| Spring Grove Self Storage | 1 | $5.0M |
Cincinnati, OH has received 6,258 SBA loans totaling $1.8B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 5,560 loans (89% of the total), supporting 52,173 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 698 loans totaling $266.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Cincinnati is The Huntington National Bank with 1,854 loans. That works out to 202.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
46
Total Population
751,318
Avg Median Income
-$14,429,942
Avg Home Value
-$28,776,779
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41011 | 27,558 | $67,075 | $269,400 | $1,011 | 7.0 |
| 41014 | 7,118 | $56,148 | $149,400 | $979 | 1.0 |
| 41016 | 5,794 | $61,748 | $151,300 | $1,034 | 1.5 |
| 41017 | 40,661 | $100,645 | $278,100 | $985 | 21.2 |
| 41018 | 28,707 | $70,267 | $173,700 | $1,044 | 11.6 |
| 41071 | 19,662 | $58,329 | $186,000 | $1,047 | 5.5 |
| 41073 | 5,598 | $67,143 | $186,200 | $1,124 | 0.9 |
| 41074 | 5,703 | $62,500 | $144,100 | $1,086 | 1.4 |
| 41075 | 17,433 | $99,075 | $298,700 | $1,096 | 5.8 |
| 41076 | 17,145 | $72,387 | $203,800 | $1,132 | 19.2 |
| 41085 | 653 | $75,875 | $112,800 | $574 | 0.3 |
| 45051 | 361 | $63,523 | N/A | $943 | 0.5 |
| 45202 | 17,022 | $87,930 | $444,000 | $1,524 | 2.7 |
| 45203 | 2,530 | $33,798 | $296,100 | $749 | 1.2 |
| 45204 | 7,710 | $30,579 | $93,100 | $771 | 3.1 |
| 45205 | 18,615 | $41,357 | $112,600 | $855 | 2.8 |
| 45206 | 10,387 | $51,128 | $269,900 | $849 | 2.0 |
| 45207 | 7,089 | $48,833 | $192,400 | $990 | 1.2 |
| 45208 | 17,858 | $133,213 | $491,400 | $1,315 | 4.3 |
| 45209 | 10,772 | $87,841 | $386,600 | $1,291 | 2.3 |
| 45211 | 37,234 | $54,582 | $156,600 | $915 | 9.0 |
| 45212 | 21,007 | $63,698 | $229,400 | $932 | 3.7 |
| 45213 | 11,273 | $70,897 | $259,300 | $929 | 3.1 |
| 45214 | 9,077 | $26,348 | $102,000 | $762 | 2.7 |
| 45215 | 30,806 | $71,949 | $200,100 | $954 | 12.0 |
| 45216 | 9,493 | $51,602 | $138,200 | $815 | 2.8 |
| 45217 | 5,437 | $67,974 | $149,200 | $923 | 2.1 |
| 45218 | 3,815 | $74,617 | $169,600 | $1,017 | 1.3 |
| 45219 | 19,326 | $35,936 | $222,500 | $1,166 | 1.6 |
| 45220 | 14,636 | $51,404 | $385,200 | $954 | 2.9 |
| 45223 | 13,049 | $46,930 | $203,800 | $914 | 4.6 |
| 45224 | 22,186 | $57,754 | $174,400 | $895 | 6.1 |
| 45225 | 9,451 | $22,320 | $108,400 | $639 | 2.9 |
| 45226 | 5,962 | $100,320 | $387,200 | $1,244 | 5.7 |
| 45227 | 18,653 | $70,614 | $256,400 | $1,220 | 5.8 |
| 45229 | 14,000 | $30,829 | $316,000 | $831 | 2.7 |
| 45230 | 26,923 | $87,100 | $237,200 | $962 | 13.7 |
| 45231 | 40,852 | $69,140 | $164,900 | $1,118 | 14.8 |
| 45232 | 7,257 | $25,232 | $122,500 | $605 | 4.0 |
| 45233 | 15,362 | $110,408 | $270,900 | $870 | 10.8 |
| 45236 | 24,648 | $81,990 | $218,900 | $1,155 | 6.9 |
| 45237 | 21,234 | $43,598 | $158,700 | $863 | 6.1 |
| 45238 | 48,936 | $64,672 | $168,800 | $913 | 10.3 |
| 45239 | 29,035 | $58,276 | $155,500 | $949 | 6.3 |
| 45248 | 23,287 | $81,731 | $206,200 | $1,053 | 11.4 |
| 45267 | 3 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
Cincinnati, OH has 46 ZIP codes with a combined population of 751,318. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$14,429,942. The average median home value is -$28,776,779. The average median monthly rent is -$14,491,797.
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