Cincinnati, OH
Demographics And Statistics

We take you around Cincinnati to find out what it's like to call it home.

Living in Cincinnati, Ohio

Life in Cincinnati research summary. HomeSnacks has been using Saturday Night Science to research the quality of life in Cincinnati over the past nine years using Census, FBI, Zillow, and other primary data sources. Here's a snapshot of Cincinnati based on the most recently available data.

311,224 Population
$249,567 Median home value
$52,909 Median income
94 Cost of living -6% vs US
$1,001 Median rent
6.8% Unemployment
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Cincinnati SnackAbility

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Overall SnackAbility
Jobs 5/10
Housing 6/10
Affordability 6/10
Diversity 9/10
Safety 3/10
Amenities 9.5/10
Education 8/10
Commute 8/10

Crime in Cincinnati summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Cincinnati. Key points include:

  • There were 14,567 total crimes in Cincinnati in the last reporting year.

  • The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Cincinnati is 4,674.9 / 100k people.

  • The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Cincinnati is 845.6 / 100k people.

  • The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Cincinnati is 3,829.3 / 100k people.

  • Overall, crime in Cincinnati is 120.59% above the national average.

14,567
Total Crimes
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Above National Average
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Crime In Cincinnati Comparison Table

Statistic Count
Raw
Cincinnati
/ 100k People
Ohio
/ 100k People
National
/ 100k People
Total Crimes Per 100K 14,567 4,674.9 1,844.9 2,119.2
Violent Crime 2,635 845.6 293.7 359.0
Murder 68 21.8 5.0 5.0
Robbery 722 231.7 45.5 61.0
Aggravated Assault 1,667 535.0 197.4 256.0
Property Crime 11,932 3,829.3 1,551.2 1,760.0
Burglary 1,709 548.5 206.0 229.0
Larceny 7,463 2,395.1 1,132.8 1,272.0
Car Theft 2,760 885.8 212.5 259.0
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Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)

Cost of living in Cincinnati summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Cincinnati. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Ohio. Key points include:

  • The cost of living in Cincinnati is 94 with 100 being average.

  • The cost of living in Cincinnati is 0.9x lower than the national average.

  • The median home value in Cincinnati is $249,567.

  • The median income in Cincinnati is $52,909.

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Cincinnati's Overall Cost Of Living
0.9x
Lower Than The National Average
Cincinnati
US

Cost Of Living In Cincinnati Comparison Table

Living Expense Cincinnati Ohio National Average
Overall 94 90 100
Services 98 97 100
Groceries 99 97 100
Health 82 75 100
Housing 98 97 100
Transportation 96 95 100
Utilities 97 97 100
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Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100

Cincinnati, OH Weather

  • The average high in Cincinnati is 65.2° and the average low is 44.9°.

  • There are 81.5 days of precipitation each year.

  • Expect an average of 41.6 inches of precipitation each year with 14.3 inches of snow.

StatCincinnati
Average Annual High65.2
Average Annual Low44.9
Annual Precipitation Days81.5
Average Annual Precipitation41.6
Average Annual Snowfall14.3
65.2°
Average High
81.5
Days of Rain

Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)

Cincinnati, OH Photos

Cincinnati Skyline From Devou Park
Source: Wikipedia User Ynsalh | CC BY-SA 4.0
Fountain Square
Source: Wikipedia User WebXplorer | CC BY-SA 2.0
Pnc Tower
Source: Wikipedia User Doug Kerr | CC BY-SA 2.0
Downtown Cincy
Source: Wikipedia User 5chw4r7z | CC BY-SA 2.0
Flood In East End Of Cincinnati  Loc
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Cincinnati Procter And Gamble Headquarters
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Taste Of Cincinnati
Source: Wikipedia User Wholtone | CC BY 3.0
Findlay Market Cincinnati
Source: Public Domain
The Belle Of Louisville Docks Next To The Natchez In Cincinnati For Tall Stacks
Source: Wikipedia

8 Reviews & Comments About Cincinnati

Nyrvachan · None
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Ohio is pretty s****y too- lived there for 13 years - dumpy, high unemployment and redneck have- I was in Cincinnati.

Christian Jackman · None
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Cincinnati -- Lower and East Price Hill are terrible. I was born there so I would know. Crackheads and Gangs in the daytime, Hookers and more Gangs at night.

CINCINNATI SPOTTER 210 · None
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lol I live in Cincinnati and yeah I agree stay on the east side of cincy and you'll be fine but whatever you do don't go on the west side.

HomeSnacks User · 2018-08-03 13:00:14.154098
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The private catholic school system around the greater Cincinnati area is good. The crime in the city is at a level lower than that of other comparable large cities. There is a wide array of entertainment and dining within a short drive.

Riverbend is a fantastic place to see a concert and Over The Rhine is an up and coming, developing area with plenty of new and hip storefronts and restaurants.

HomeSnacks User · 2018-08-04 02:59:37.546533
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I love Cincinnati because of their bustling downtown district which they call "The Banks." There is so much to do down there now and it is so easy to get to. There is parking all over the place. If they have a baseball game or football game going, you can easily walk to get a drink or some food at any of these restaurants afterwards. Also, don't forget that they are the Chili capital of the world, believe it or not. You can go and visit one of many Cincinnati chili establishments across the city. Skyline Chili is the most known and probably the most popular.

My favorite place was by far the ball park. It has such a good view and you can see right across to Kentucky if you have the correct seat. You can watch a ton of boats and beautiful barges go by.

HomeSnacks User · 2018-08-04 21:20:48.180821
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The crime rate is high along with the drug use. The schools dont care about the kids at all

What stands out the most is the rate of crime, you can see crimes happening as you drive down a street

HomeSnacks User · 2018-08-28 01:16:53.916877
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Tons to do in Cincinnati. Lots of breweries and great food. The downtown area is constantly expanding with new things to do

Rhinegiest Brewery is awesome. It is downtown in an old warehouse with a beautiful rooftop patio. It is just down the street from the awesome Findlay market where you can find awesome food and local meat and produce.

HomeSnacks User · 2019-05-29 14:03:34.438800
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Miserable stinking filth that must be avoided at all costs! Cincinnati is the toilet of the universe! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH OH MY G*D STAY OUT OF CINCINNATI!!!

EVERYTHING IS BAD EVERYONE IS SCUM EVERWHERE IS DECAYING URBAN BLIGHT OH PLEASE LORD IN HEAVEN DO NOT COME HERE OR YOU WILL DIE A SLOW MISERABLE DEATH

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Cincinnati Demographics And Statistics

Population over time in Cincinnati

The current population in Cincinnati is 311,224. The population has increased 3.7% from 2010.

Year Population % Change
2024 311,224 0.5%
2023 309,595 0.2%
2022 308,870 0.1%
2021 308,664 2.0%
2020 302,687 0.4%
2019 301,394 0.3%
2018 300,357 0.5%
2017 298,957 0.3%
2016 298,011 0.2%
2015 297,397 0.1%
2014 297,117 -0.0%
2013 297,150 -0.1%
2012 297,314 -0.4%
2011 298,446 -0.6%
2010 300,165 -

Race / Ethnicity in Cincinnati

White 48.2% (149,930)
African American 36.3% (112,931)
American Indian 0.1% (373)
Asian 2.6% (8,154)
Hawaiian 0.0% (102)
Other 0.8% (2,531)
Two Or More 5.9% (18,294)
Hispanic 6.1% (18,909)
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Cincinnati is:

  • 48.2% White with 149,930 White residents.

  • 36.3% African American with 112,931 African American residents.

  • 0.1% American Indian with 373 American Indian residents.

  • 2.6% Asian with 8,154 Asian residents.

  • 0.0% Hawaiian with 102 Hawaiian residents.

  • 0.8% Other with 2,531 Other residents.

  • 5.9% Two Or More with 18,294 Two Or More residents.

  • 6.1% Hispanic with 18,909 Hispanic residents.

Race Cincinnati OH USA
White 48.2% 75.8% 57.4%
African American 36.3% 12.0% 11.9%
American Indian 0.1% 0.1% 0.5%
Asian 2.6% 2.5% 5.9%
Hawaiian 0.0% 0.0% 0.2%
Other 0.8% 0.4% 0.6%
Two Or More 5.9% 4.3% 4.3%
Hispanic 6.1% 4.8% 19.3%

Gender in Cincinnati

Female 51.6% (160,729)
Male 48.4% (150,495)
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  • Cincinnati is 51.6% female with 160,729 female residents.

  • Cincinnati is 48.4% male with 150,495 male residents.

Gender Cincinnati OH USA
Female 51.6% 50.7% 50.5%
Male 48.4% 49.3% 49.5%

Highest level of educational attainment in Cincinnati for adults over 25

< 9th Grade 1.0% (3,112)
9-12th Grade 7.0% (21,785)
High School / GED 24.0% (74,693)
Some College 18.0% (56,020)
Associate's Degree 7.0% (21,785)
Bachelor's Degree 24.0% (74,693)
Master's Degree 12.0% (37,346)
Professional Degree 4.0% (12,448)
Doctorate Degree 3.0% (9,336)
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  • 1.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed < 9th grade.

  • 7.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed 9-12th grade.

  • 24.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed high school / ged.

  • 18.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed some college.

  • 7.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed associate's degree.

  • 24.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed bachelor's degree.

  • 12.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed master's degree.

  • 4.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed professional degree.

  • 3.0% of adults in Cincinnati completed doctorate degree.

Education Cincinnati OH USA
< 9th Grade 1.0% 3.0% 4.0%
9-12th Grade 7.0% 6.0% 6.0%
High School / GED 24.0% 32.0% 26.0%
Some College 18.0% 19.0% 19.0%
Associate's Degree 7.0% 9.0% 9.0%
Bachelor's Degree 24.0% 19.0% 22.0%
Master's Degree 12.0% 9.0% 10.0%
Professional Degree 4.0% 2.0% 2.0%
Doctorate Degree 3.0% 1.0% 2.0%

Household Income For Cincinnati, Ohio

Less than $10,000 10.5% (3,270,400)
$10,000 to $14,999 6.4% (1,987,949)
$15,000 to $24,999 9.3% (2,886,916)
$25,000 to $34,999 8.8% (2,732,271)
$35,000 to $49,999 13.1% (4,063,682)
$50,000 to $74,999 14.3% (4,447,166)
$75,000 to $99,999 10.8% (3,362,496)
$100,000 to $149,999 12.1% (3,777,902)
$150,000 to $199,999 6.2% (1,932,734)
$200,000 or more 8.5% (2,660,880)
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  • 10.5% of households in Cincinnati earn Less than $10,000.

  • 6.4% of households in Cincinnati earn $10,000 to $14,999.

  • 9.3% of households in Cincinnati earn $15,000 to $24,999.

  • 8.8% of households in Cincinnati earn $25,000 to $34,999.

  • 13.1% of households in Cincinnati earn $35,000 to $49,999.

  • 14.3% of households in Cincinnati earn $50,000 to $74,999.

  • 10.8% of households in Cincinnati earn $75,000 to $99,999.

  • 12.1% of households in Cincinnati earn $100,000 to $149,999.

  • 6.2% of households in Cincinnati earn $150,000 to $199,999.

  • 8.5% of households in Cincinnati earn $200,000 or more.

Income Cincinnati OH USA
Less than $10,000 10.5% 5.2% 5.0%
$10,000 to $14,999 6.4% 4.0% 3.4%
$15,000 to $24,999 9.3% 7.1% 6.3%
$25,000 to $34,999 8.8% 7.5% 6.6%
$35,000 to $49,999 13.1% 11.6% 10.1%
$50,000 to $74,999 14.3% 16.9% 15.5%
$75,000 to $99,999 10.8% 13.1% 12.6%
$100,000 to $149,999 12.1% 17.1% 17.5%
$150,000 to $199,999 6.2% 8.3% 9.6%
$200,000 or more 8.5% 9.1% 13.4%

Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)