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Austintown, OH

Austintown is an unincorporated community and census-designated place within Austintown Township, Mahoning County, Ohio, United States. The population was 29,594 at the 2020 census. Located directly west of Youngstown, it is a suburb of the Youngstown–Warren metropolitan area.

The Austintown CDP takes up slightly less than half of the area of Austintown Township, largely on the eastern side of the township, where it abuts the western border of the city of Youngstown.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 11.7 square miles (30.2 km²), of which 11.6 square miles (30.1 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km²), or 0.29%, is water.

Ohio State Route 11 is a north-south freeway that passes through the CDP, with access from Exit 39. Interstate 680 passes east-to-west through the northern part of the CDP but provides no access. Interstate 80 passes to the north of the CDP, with access from Exit 223.

Austintown Township was founded in 1793 as township 2, range 3 of the Connecticut Western Reserve by purchase from the Connecticut Land Company. It was surveyed as a parcel of land 5 miles (8 km) on each side, as were other townships of the Connecticut Western Reserve. Austintown was named for Warren resident and Western Reserve judge Calvin Austin. In 1794, John McCollum of New Jersey became the first settler. Throughout the 19th century, the township slowly grew; by 1880, coal miners and their families increased the population to 2,502. A post office called Orange was established on November 15, 1815, and its name was changed to Austintown on May 6, 1872. It ceased operation on May 15, 1917, forwarding mail to West Austintown, Ohio. After World War II, Austintown experienced a population boom as suburban spillover from Youngstown crept into the eastern part of the township, whilst the central Austintown community grew along Ohio State Route 46. The census-designated place of Austintown was formally established by the U.S. Census Bureau in 1980 and consists of the urban portions of the township.

Health and wellness play a crucial role in Austintown's community well-being. The Austintown Medical Center serves as a cornerstone for healthcare services, providing residents with comprehensive medical care. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Austintown Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Next Level Fitness Academy, The Classroom Elite, and Impacting Athletics. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Austintown, such as the Austintown Park Trail and Euclid Creek Reservation All Purpose Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Austintown, OH are Fellows Riverside Gardens, OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center, Arms Family Museum.

Population: 30,397 (2022). ZIP Codes: 44515. Area codes: 330, 234. Elevation: 1,129 ft (344 m). Area: 11.65 sq mi (30.18 km²).

FAQs

What is the poverty rate in Austintown, OH?

In 2022, the median household income of Austintown households was $50,241. Austintown households made slightly more than Bourneville households ($50,208) and Old Fort households ($50,125). However, 11.9% of Austintown families live in poverty.

Is Austintown, Ohio a good place to live?

Living in Austintown offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Austintown and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Austintown are highly rated.

What are the demographics of Austintown, OH?

Austintown, OH is home to a population of 30.4k people, of which 99.8% are citizens. As of 2022, 1.34% of Austintown, OH residents were born outside of the country (408 people). In 2022, there were 10.6 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (25.2k people) in Austintown, OH than any other race or ethnicity. There were 2.38k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 894 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Austintown Township

Austintown Medical Center 

Austintown Parks and Recreation Department 

Next Level Fitness Academy

The Classroom Elite 

Impacting Athletics

Austintown Park Trail 

Euclid Creek Reservation All Purpose Trail

Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course

Mill Creek Metro Parks

Sawmill Creek Preserve

Ohio Demographics

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Data USA

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