Kettering city, Ohio
Kettering city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Kettering city is a geographic entity located in Montgomery County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 56,666. The land area covers 18.48 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 56,666 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 25,731 | ±503 | 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 | 26,888 | ±487 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 25,731 | ±503 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,157 | ±227 |
| Median Home Value | $207,300 | ±$5,881 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,050 | ±$33 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,331 | ±$2,573 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,837 | ±$2,342 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,666 | ±598 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±0.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 29,236 | ±656 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.9% | ±0.9% |
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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GUS Population: 57,028 (2024)
ID: 172545
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: GIS PLANNER
3600 SHROYER RD, KETTERING OH 45429-2799
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GUS Population: 537,443 (2024)
ID: 132378
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
451 W THIRD STREET, DAYTON OH 45422-1535
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Kettering | PK-05 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | 06-12 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | PK-05 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | PK-05 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | PK-05 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | 09-12 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | 06-08 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | PK-05 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | KG-05 | Kettering, OH | |
| Regular School Kettering | KG-05 | Kettering, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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KETTERING HEALTH MAIN CAMPUS
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Hospital | City address association | 3535 SOUTHERN BOULEVARD, KETTERING, OH, 45429 |
(937) 298-4331
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The Modern College of Design
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College | 1.3 mi away | 1725 E David Rd, Kettering, OH, 45440 |
9372940592
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KETTERING-MORAINE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 3496 FAR HILLS AVE., KETTERING, OH, 45429 |
(937) 463-2665
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Kettering College
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College | 2.2 mi away | 3737 Southern Blvd, Kettering, OH, 45429-1299 |
9373958601
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WILMINGTON-STROOP BRANCH
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 3980 WILMINGTON PIKE, KETTERING, OH, 45429 |
(937) 463-2665
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Dayton School of Medical Massage
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College Vocational | 1.3 mi away | 4457 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH, 45429 |
9372946994
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WRIGHT MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 1776 FAR HILLS AVE., OAKWOOD, OH, 45419 |
(937) 294-7171
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University of Dayton
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College | 3.3 mi away | 300 College Park, Dayton, OH, 45469 |
9372291000
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BELMONT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 1041 WATERVLIET AVE., DAYTON, OH, 45420 |
(937) 463-2665
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Fortis College-Centerville
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College | 3.6 mi away | 555 E Alex Bell Rd, Centerville, OH, 45459-2712 |
9374333410
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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 DAYTON MCD, OH US, located 5.1 miles from Kettering city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.3° | 20.1° | 28.2° | 3.17" | 6.9" |
| February | 40.2° | 22.6° | 31.4° | 2.35" | 1.5" |
| March | 50.7° | 30.6° | 40.6° | 3.54" | 1.7" |
| April | 64.3° | 41.4° | 52.9° | 4.45" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.9° | 52.9° | 63.9° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.6° | 62.4° | 73.0° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.7° | 65.7° | 76.2° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.8° | 63.9° | 74.8° | 3.12" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.2° | 55.8° | 67.5° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.1° | 43.5° | 54.8° | 3.00" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.0° | 33.1° | 42.6° | 3.04" | 0.1" |
| December | 40.9° | 25.6° | 33.2° | 3.13" | 2.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Oakwood city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Centerville city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Moraine city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Bellbrook city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Beavercreek city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3911340040. • 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.