Youngstown Public RecordsOhio

Youngstown, Mahoning County, OH, has a homeownership rate of around 59%, with median home values at approximately $55,000 in 2024. Median rent is about $800/month. The city features affordable single-family homes, duplexes, and some apartments. Popular neighborhoods include Boardman and Downtown. Property values have seen modest 3% annual growth recently. Property taxes average 1.51% of home value, lower than the national average. Rental demand remains steady due to nearby Youngstown State University.

Youngstown, in Mahoning County, OH, has 32 public schools, including Youngstown Early College High School. About 84.3% of residents have a high school diploma, while 14.7% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district’s average graduation rate is around 77%. Schools like Chaney High offer specialized programs in STEM and visual arts. Safety ratings are moderate, with district incidents slightly above state averages. Adult education is supported through Mahoning County Career & Technical Center. Academic scores generally lag behind state averages, with performance indices around 53.4 compared to the Ohio average of 76.

As of 2020, Youngstown, Mahoning County, OH, had a population of approximately 60,270. The racial/ethnic makeup is 46% White, 41% Black or African American, 10% Hispanic or Latino, and 2% other groups. The median age is around 39, with 22% under 18 and 17% aged 65 or older. Gender distribution is 47% male and 53% female, reflecting a slightly higher proportion of females in the city.

Transportation in Youngstown, Mahoning County, OH, is dominated by private vehicle use, with about 85% of commuters driving alone and less than 1% using public transit (Western Reserve Transit Authority). The average commute time is around 20 minutes, below the national average. Roughly 12% of households lack vehicle access. Key transportation infrastructure includes Interstates 680 and 80, and U.S. Route 422. Major employment hubs are downtown Youngstown, Mercy Health, Youngstown State University, and regional manufacturing centers. Public transit use remains low, but WRTA provides bus service within the city and neighboring areas.

Youngstown, Mahoning County, OH, is served by several hospitals, including Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital (over 550 beds) and Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley. The city has over 30 clinics and federally qualified health centers. About 10% of residents under 65 lack health insurance. Patient demographics include 45% White, 42% Black, and 15% Hispanic populations. Common health issues are heart disease, diabetes, and opioid addiction. Primary care physician density in Mahoning County is 86 per 100,000 population (U.S. average: 76). Access challenges persist, especially in low-income neighborhoods.