Defiance Public RecordsOhio

Defiance, Ohio, primarily relies on personal vehicles for commuting, with over 90% of residents driving alone and vehicle ownership rates exceeding 95% of households. Public transit options are limited, and less than 1% utilize transit services like the city’s DART (Defiance Area Regional Transit) system. The average one-way commute is approximately 17 minutes, below the national average. Major transportation infrastructure includes US Route 24 and State Routes 15, 18, and 66. Significant employment hubs are the ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital and manufacturing plants such as GM Defiance Casting Operations.

Defiance, Ohio, is served primarily by ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital, a 25-bed facility, and several clinics including Community Memorial Hospital satellite locations. The county’s uninsured rate is approximately 6.4%, below Ohio’s average. About 87% of residents have a primary care provider. The population is 91% White, with a median age of 39. Leading health concerns include heart disease, diabetes, and obesity; 35% of adults are obese. Local access to care is adequate, though 15% report difficulty obtaining specialist services. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are the predominant coverage types among residents.

Defiance, Ohio, has a population of approximately 16,900 (2022). The median age is around 38 years. Gender distribution is nearly equal, with 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the city is 85% White, 3% African American, 0.5% Asian, and 3% reporting two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents make up about 10% of the population.

Defiance, OH, has a homeownership rate of around 63%, with the median home value at approximately $135,000 and median rent at $825 per month. The city's housing market has seen a 6% value increase since 2022. Properties range from single-family homes in areas like Ayersville and Hicksville to apartments downtown. Neighborhoods typically feature homes built from the 1950s to 2000s. Property tax rates average 1.3%, and overall cost of living remains below the national average, making Defiance an affordable choice for both homeowners and renters.

Defiance, Ohio, hosts 6 public schools, including Defiance High School, which has a graduation rate of 93% and serves over 700 students. About 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The city offers vocational programs and adult education through Northwest State Community College. Overall public school ratings average 6/10, with a strong focus on safety—recent surveys report 90% of students feel safe. Educational programs include STEM and college credit plus courses, supporting various learner needs.