Centrally located, Eaton — just five miles south of Interstate 70 and 40 minutes outside of Dayton — serves as the county seat for rural Preble County and is home to the famous Preble County Fair. Eaton strives to maintain its small-town feel as it grows into a more urban community with a blend of diverse commerce, industry, and agriculture. With its historic downtown, Eaton has affordable housing, newer school facilities, an Edison State Community College branch location, plenty of recreational areas and activities, and charm.
The median age of Eaton residents is 44.
The diversity index of Eaton is 16.7, meaning that there is a 17% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Eaton is $78,017 and projected to be $90,144 in 2029. Per capita income is $35,074, projected to be $41,575 in 2029. 1.36% of households – 112 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $640,780 and the average disposable income is $63,593.
There are 4,005 housing units in Eaton; 2,384 are owner-occupied, 1,305 are rented, and 316 are vacant. The average home value is $218,435, with 246 homes built in 2010 or later, and 990 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 466 businesses in Eaton, employing 5,817 workers and pulling from a labor force of 3,912 age 16 and above. 999 workers commute into Eaton from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
2,650 residents both live and work in/around Eaton. The average travel time is 20.7 minutes. 11.17% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 1.25% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 3,419 drive alone, 287 carpool, and 4 take public transportation. 48 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 154 residents work from home.
2,496 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 431 have associates degrees, 785 have bachelor’s degrees, and 608 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Preble County is an incredible place to call home because you can build your career in a safe, family-friendly community with little traffic and lower costs, all while enjoying the convenience of nearby metros. We have everything you need, plus the charm of small-town America.
