Median Age
44
Diversity Index
16.700
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26
Eaton
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.
Population
Housing & Income
Households
3,689
Total Housing Units
4,005
Owner Occupied
2,384
Renter Occupied
1,305
Vacant
316
Median Home Value
$187,996
Average Home Value
$218,435
Income Projection
Median Household
$59,832 $69,188
Average Household
$78,017 $90,144
Per Capita
$35,074 $41,575
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26
Workforce
Total Businesses
466
Total Employed
5,817
Workers 16+
3,912
2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
70
Employed
1,140
2024 Public Administration
Businesses
54
Employed
802
2024 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
11
Employed
657
2024 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
32
Employed
638
2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
31
Employed
637
2024 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
53
Employed
620
Some
High School
352
Graduated
High School
2,307
Associates
Degree
431
Bachelor's
Degree
785
Graduate
Degree
608
Average Commute Time
21 min.
Resident Commuters
2,650
Non-Resident Commuters
999
Drive Alone
3,419
Carpooled
287
Public
4
Work At Home
154
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26
