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West Carrollton.
About
Life in West Carrollton
West Carrollton is a community of 13,008 people in Ohio. The median household income is $61,619, median rent runs about $1,028 per month, and median home values are around $156,900. The unemployment rate is 5.0%.
West Carrollton at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
36.1 yrs
Poverty Rate
16.0%
Foreign-Born
7.3%
Broadband Internet
94.1%
of households
Population Growth
-1.0%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics7.3% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in West Carrollton: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In West Carrollton, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (30.5%), and 7.5% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
21.7%
of residents
65 and Older
14.3%
of residents
Households with Kids
27.5%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
36.6%
of households
Married Couples
32.8%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.19
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent about average for OH
Rent, home values, and income in West Carrollton
In West Carrollton, home values are 27% below the OH average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
38.2%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
17.5%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
92.7
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$2,566
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
55.9%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1973
median year built
Vacant Homes
4.4%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $176,634 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment 0.4 pts above OH average
Unemployment in West Carrollton and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Montgomery County, which includes West Carrollton, is 0.4 percentage points higher than the OH average.
Unemployment rate
West Carrollton: Montgomery County rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Montgomery County (county-wide) · Annual averages
West Carrollton is about 2% of Montgomery County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
What West Carrollton Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Commute22.6 min avg
How West Carrollton residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In West Carrollton, most residents drive alone to work (77%), and 72% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 16 mi
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)
Small hub638k passengers boarded in 2025
- 48 mi
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
Medium hub4.4M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 25% above national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in West Carrollton runs 25% above the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
412
per 100,000 residents
Above average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
1,306
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
West Carrollton Police Department
Natural DisastersThunderstorm Wind most common — 21 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Moderate
92.7 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Montgomery County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Montgomery County, which includes West Carrollton, the most common type is thunderstorm wind, with 21 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 21 | Thunderstorm Wind | $97,500 |
| 2024 | 10 | Thunderstorm Wind | $41,350 |
| 2023 | 9 | Thunderstorm Wind | $18,300 |
| 2022 | 21 | Thunderstorm Wind | $96,950 |
| 2021 | 18 | Thunderstorm Wind | $111,200 |
| 2020 | 29 | Thunderstorm Wind | $113,500 |
| 2019 | 27 | Winter Weather | $502.0M |
| 2018 | 20 | Winter Weather | $202,200 |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
1 earthquake of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Montgomery County, county-wide
West Carrollton is about 2% of Montgomery County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Air Quality46 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Montgomery County, which includes West Carrollton, is typically good — 220 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
46
Good Days
220
per year
Moderate Days
141
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Montgomery County, county-wide
West Carrollton is about 2% of Montgomery County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Climate85°F summers, 25°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
West Carrollton has warm summers (avg high 85°F) and cold winters (avg low 25°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
64°/43°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
85°/63°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
66°/45°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
42°/25°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
41.0"
Annual Snowfall
12.3"
Hot Days/Year
16
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
103
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
140
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 39°F | 22°F | 2.91" |
| Feb | 43°F | 25°F | 2.33" |
| Mar | 53°F | 33°F | 3.48" |
| Apr | 65°F | 43°F | 4.37" |
| May | 75°F | 53°F | 4.21" |
| Jun | 83°F | 62°F | 4.90" |
| Jul | 86°F | 65°F | 3.63" |
| Aug | 85°F | 63°F | 2.81" |
| Sep | 79°F | 56°F | 2.97" |
| Oct | 67°F | 45°F | 3.02" |
| Nov | 54°F | 35°F | 3.13" |
| Dec | 43°F | 27°F | 3.21" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in West Carrollton
Uninsured
6.2%
of residents
No hospitals inside West Carrollton's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Kettering Health Miamisburg
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 2.6 mi away · Miamisburg
Kettering Health Main Campus
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 3.9 mi away · Kettering
Dayton VA Medical Center
Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER available · 5.5 mi away · Dayton
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education16.4:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in West Carrollton
West Carrollton's student/teacher ratio is 16.4:1, close to the national average of 16:1, and 21.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
5
within city limits
Private Schools
1
within city limits
College Degree Rate
21.7%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near West Carrollton (within 15 miles)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 7,682 students · in-state tuition $50,610 · 81% graduate · median earnings $83,775 (10 yrs after entry)
Wright State University-Main Campus
12.6 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 6,762 students · in-state tuition $12,268 · 49% graduate · median earnings $53,497 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 4-year · 837 students · in-state tuition $7,709 · 28% graduate · median earnings $63,814 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 549 students · in-state tuition $16,800 · 66% graduate · median earnings $68,877 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, 11 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for West Carrollton
West Carrollton has 4 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park (11 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
11 mi awayCharles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
19 mi awayWilliam Howard Taft National Historic Site
National Historic Site
40 mi awayHopewell Culture National Historical Park
National Historical Park
67 mi awayPublic Libraries in West Carrollton
West Carrollton Branch Library
300 E. Central Ave., West Carrollton
Cities Near West Carrollton
The closest cities within 60 miles
Planning a move to West Carrollton?
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West Carrollton FAQ
Is West Carrollton, Ohio affordable?⌄
West Carrollton's median rent is $1,028/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $61,619/year. Median home value is $156,900.
Is West Carrollton, Ohio safe?⌄
West Carrollton's violent crime rate was 412 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is above the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 1306 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in West Carrollton, Ohio?⌄
Montgomery County, which includes West Carrollton, has an unemployment rate of 5.0%, which is slightly above the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in West Carrollton, Ohio?⌄
The cost of living in West Carrollton is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,028/month and median household income is $61,619/year. The median home value is $156,900. About 38% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in West Carrollton, Ohio?⌄
The average commute in West Carrollton is 23 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from