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Centerville, OH

Centerville is a city in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States. A core suburb of Metro Dayton, its population was 24,240 as of the 2020 census.

Although the city is located primarily in Montgomery County, a small portion is located in Greene County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.85 square miles (28.10 km²), of which 10.78 square miles (27.92 km²) is land and 0.07 square miles (0.18 km²) is water.

Centerville and Washington Township voted on November 4, 2008, on whether to create a merger commission. The proposed merger commission succeeded in the city but failed in the township.

In 1796, American explorer Benjamin Robbins founded Centerville, Ohio, naming it after his hometown of Centreville, New Jersey, due to its location between two rivers and its proximity to several other communities. Robbins and two of his brothers chose land in Centerville, with Robbins selecting 160 acres northwest of the town center because of the abundance of springs. During settlement, settlers discovered limestone in Centerville, leading to the replacement of many log cabins with more durable limestone structures. On April 6, 1797, Robbins's family arrived in Centerville from Dry Ridge, Kentucky after ten days of constructing a wagon road, and began assembling houses. Robbins established a log cabin for his family, but during occupancy, the roof was blown away during a storm. Robbins's son, Sam, became the city's first mayor. By 1820, Robbins added a second floor to the house and replaced the base with limestone. In 1803, one-room schoolhouses were established in Centerville, offering education from grades 1 to 6. Benjamin Robbins died on June 3, 1837, and was buried at the Sugar Creek Baptist Cemetery.

In 1900, the U.S. Post Office changed the town’s name from Centreville to Centerville. On December 2, 1968, Centerville became a city. In 1973, Centerville High School was established.

Centerville Public Schools are part of the Centerville City School District. The district has a preschool which is located in each of the two elementary schools teaching kindergarten to first grade. The district also has six elementary schools teaching second through fifth grade, three middle schools teaching sixth through eighth grade, as well as one high school and an alternative high school.

Centerville prioritizes the health and wellness of its residents, offering various resources and facilities to promote a healthy lifestyle. Kettering Health Centerville Health Center is a leading healthcare provider in the region, offering a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, and rehabilitation. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Centerville-Washington Park District 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 Power Athlete, Club 51 Fitness, and EveryBody Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Centerville, such as the Purple Trail and Sugarcreek Red Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Centerville, OH are Forest Field Park, The Golf Club At Yankee Trace, and Bill Yeck Park.

Population: 25,156 (2022). ZIP Codes: 45440. Area codes: 937, 326. Elevation: 974 ft (297 m). Area: 11.03 sq mi (28.58 km²).

FAQs

What is Centerville, OH famous for?

Centerville has the largest collection of early stone houses in the state of Ohio. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The older part of downtown Centerville is called the Architectural Preservation District, located near Main Street (State Route 48) and Franklin Street (State Route 725).

What is the poverty rate in Centerville, OH?

In 2022, the median household income of Centerville households was $79,509. Centerville households made slightly more than Wilberforce households ($79,423) and Harbor Hills households ($79,423). However, 8.0% of Centerville families live in poverty.

What is the crime rate in Centerville, OH?

Centerville has an overall crime rate of 11 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Centerville is 1 in 94. Community engagement and law enforcement efforts are crucial in maintaining a safe and secure environment for all residents of Centerville.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Centerville

Kettering Health Centerville Health Center

Centerville-Washington Park District

Power Athlete

Club 51 Fitness 

EveryBody Fitness

Purple Trail 

Sugarcreek Red Trail

Forest Field Park

The Golf Club At Yankee Trace

Bill Yeck Park

Ohio Demographics

Neighborhood Scout

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