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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

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Forest Park, OH

CSACincinnati-Wilmington MSACincinnati#11/139 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

20,025population

36.1median age

This community is a community of 20,025 with a median age of 36.1. The population is predominantly Black (59.9%) with a significant White community (21.1%). Median household income is $75,956. 87% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 26.2% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 54.8%, with a median home value of $190,400.

Race & Ethnicityi

Black

59.9%11,996

White

21.1%4,219

Hispanic/Latino

10.8%2,167

Two or More

4%810

Asian

3.6%722

Other

0.6%111

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

4.4%583

High School Diploma

26%3,463

Some College (<1 yr)

5.8%765

Some College (1+ yr)

14.4%1,921

Associate's Degree

10.2%1,353

Bachelor's Degree

19.3%2,570

Master's Degree

5.5%728

Professional Degree

0.3%43

Doctorate

1.1%149

HS or Higher

87%

BA or Higher

26.2%

Graduate+

6.9%

Housingi

$190,400median home value

$1,306median rent

54.8%homeownership

7,641total units

2%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 54.8%

Renter 45.2%

Home Values

Under $50K

4.1%167

$50K–$100K

6.6%272

$100K–$150K

13.6%560

$150K–$200K

29.9%1,226

$200K–$300K

29.5%1,213

$300K–$500K

11.3%463

$500K–$1M

4.7%193

$1M+

0.3%13

Rent Distribution

Under $500

214

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

403

$1,000–$1,250

806

$1,250–$1,500

681

$1,500–$2,000

1,021

$2,000+

120

Year Built

2010–2019

0.6%43

2000–2009

3.7%280

1990–1999

9.3%712

1980–1989

10.2%780

1970–1979

24.1%1,844

1960–1969

34.4%2,625

1950–1959

14.7%1,127

1940–1949

0.7%50

1939 or earlier

2.4%180

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

52.8%3,951

Electricity

46.2%3,461

Bottled/LP Gas

1%76

Household Economyi

$75,956median household income

$32,344per capita income

10.5%poverty rate

5%unemployment

11,250labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

4.6%347

$10K–$15K

2.6%195

$15K–$20K

2.5%185

$20K–$25K

1.2%88

$25K–$30K

3.5%262

$30K–$35K

3%225

$35K–$40K

5.1%382

$40K–$45K

2.5%185

$45K–$50K

6.1%460

$50K–$60K

8.3%623

$60K–$75K

9.3%696

$75K–$100K

19.8%1,483

$100K–$125K

13.9%1,044

$125K–$150K

7.2%538

$150K–$200K

7%523

$200K+

3.4%252

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

246

Residentsi

461

Avg. Tenant Renti

$522/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

9 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing7 homes

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers157 homes80% occupied$605/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 882 homes96% occupied$363/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $75,956/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $23K/yr

79.8%

Very low income$23K–$38K/yr

16.9%

Low income$38K–$61K/yr

2.6%

Moderate / aboveOver $61K/yr

0.7%

Who Receives This Housing

79.1% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

82.1% of subsidized households are minority

38% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

29.5% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

3,33616.7%

By Region

Top Countries

Guatemala

693

Mexico

135

Philippines

120

Canada

China

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

10,528

Avg. Commutei

24 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

10,692

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

1,156(7.6% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

91.8%Insured

8.2%Uninsured