Buck township, Ohio
Buck township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Buck township is a geographic entity located in Hardin County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,340. The land area covers 30.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,340 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs | ±8.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 866 | ±132 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 996 | ±162 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 866 | ±132 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 130 | ±100 |
| Median Home Value | $86,500 | ±$17,887 |
| Median Gross Rent | $641 | ±$241 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,833 | ±$22,974 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,921 | ±$5,623 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.1% | ±14% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 449 | ±274 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±4.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 760 | ±197 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87% | ±6.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF BUCK
GUS Population: 2,329 (2024)
ID: 193907
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FISCAL OFFICER
13482 STATE ROUTE 31, KENTON OH 43326-9065
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GUS Population: 30,402 (2024)
ID: 194518
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
1 COURT HOUSE SQ, STE 100, KENTON OH 43326
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Ada, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ada, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Bellefontaine, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bellefontaine, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Bellefontaine, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Kenton, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Dola, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Dola, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Kenton, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kenton, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ohio Northern University
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College | 15.8 mi away | 525 S. Main St, Ada, OH, 45810-1599 |
4197722000
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MARY LOU JOHNSON-HARDIN CNTY PL
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 325 E. COLUMBUS ST., KENTON, OH, 44326 |
(419) 673-2278
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Ohio State University-Lima Campus
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College | 23.6 mi away | 4240 Campus Dr, Lima, OH, 45804 |
5672427272
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RIDGEWAY BRANCH
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 109 S MAIN ST, RIDGEWAY, OH, 43345 |
(937) 363-3066
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James A. Rhodes State College
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College | 23.7 mi away | 4240 Campus Dr, Lima, OH, 45804 |
4199958000
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RIDGEMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 124 E. TAYLOR ST., MT. VICTORY, OH, 43340 |
(937) 354-4445
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Bluffton University
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College | 25.0 mi away | 1 University Drive, Bluffton, OH, 45817-2104 |
4193583000
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BELLE CENTER FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 103 S. ELIZABETH ST., BELLE CENTER, OH, 43310 |
(937) 464-3611
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RUSHSYLVANIA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 113 N SANDUSKY ST, RUSHSYLVANIA, OH, 43347 |
(937) 468-9963
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HARDIN NORTHERN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 153 N. MAIN ST., DUNKIRK, OH, 45836 |
(419) 759-3558
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at KENTON, OH US, located 2.7 miles from Buck township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.7° | 18.3° | 25.5° | 2.63" | 9.3" |
| February | 36.3° | 20.5° | 28.4° | 2.55" | 7.4" |
| March | 46.9° | 28.9° | 37.9° | 2.78" | 4.5" |
| April | 60.1° | 39.2° | 49.7° | 3.69" | 0.3" |
| May | 71.5° | 50.2° | 60.8° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.6° | 60.4° | 70.5° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.0° | 64.0° | 74.0° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.6° | 61.9° | 72.3° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.5° | 54.3° | 65.4° | 3.11" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.6° | 42.7° | 53.2° | 2.62" | 0.1" |
| November | 49.7° | 32.7° | 41.2° | 2.94" | 0.7" |
| December | 37.8° | 23.8° | 30.8° | 2.76" | 3.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenton city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Mount Victory village | Village | 6.9 mi | — |
| Ridgeway village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Belle Center village | Village | 10.1 mi | — |
| Rushsylvania village | Village | 10.8 mi | — |
| McGuffey village | Village | 11.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3906509848. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.