Cheviot 78 Exceptional
Cheviot Livability #126 ranked city in Ohio#2,051 ranked city in the USARanks better than 92% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Cheviot

PROS
  • Commute

    High commute scores indicates that public transit should be easily accessible in this area and the average commute time to work is less than average.

  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Ratings

    Local residents have positive things to say about the proximity of restaurants, grocery stores, parks, public transit, friendliness of neighbors, sense of community and overall safety of the area.

CONS
  • Employment

    A low score in the employment category could indicate that this area struggles with high unemployment rates and low household income and income per capita levels.

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What's it like Living in Cheviot?

Cheviot is a small-sized city located in the state of Ohio. The city has a population of 8,241 people. In Cheviot, there are 7,065 people per square mile, which is well above the national population density average. The majority of Cheviot residents report their race to be White; this is followed by Black and Asian. In Cheviot, only 40% of people over the age of fifteen are married. This city could be a good option for singles ready to mingle. The average American spends about 26 minutes on their one way commute to work each day. Lower travel times can increase overall happiness and allow for more time to be spent with family and friends. While living in Cheviot, your commute times will be about average, with a one way commute time of 23 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Cheviot could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Ohio if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. To help you find the best places to live in and around Cheviot, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, crime, commute, education and more.

Cheviot has a livability score of 78 out of 100 and is ranked #131 in Ohio and #1,999 in the USA. Based on this score, Cheviot would be considered a very livable city! Cheviot also ranks in the top 10 percent of all cities, which is no small feat! For each of the livability categories, we see that Cheviot ranks very well for housing (A-). Cheviot does not rank well for the following: amenities (D) and employment (D-). It might be a good idea to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

Real estate represents the most substantial investment for homebuyers, constituting their most valuable asset. Renters, on the other hand, typically see their monthly rent as their most significant expense. The Cheviot market earns a high score in the housing category, surpassing the national average in factors like home and rental affordability and appreciation rates. This robust real estate market not only benefits individual homeowners and renters but also spurs vigorous local economic activity and job growth, solidifying its significance in driving the region's prosperity and financial well-being.

There are many factors that go into deciding if an area is the right fit for your lifestyle. Certain “must haves” like low crime, great schools and nearby amenities are all at the top of most people's lists. But before even considering if those options are attainable, we'll need to know if the real estate in Cheviot is actually affordable. The median home price for Cheviot homes is $99,000, which is 24.9% lower than the Ohio average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Cheviot, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 2.1, which is 19.2% lower than the Ohio average.

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      Cheviot transportation information

      Statistic Cheviot Ohio National
      Average one way commute23min23min26min
      Workers who drive to work82.2%83.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool7.4%7.8%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.9%1.7%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.9%2.3%2.8%
      Working from home5.9%3.7%4.6%
      Source: The Cheviot, OH data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).