Ohio
Heartland Heritage and Modern Cities
A Message from the Governor
Mike DeWine loves Ohio and cares passionately about our state’s future. He will fight for an Ohio that works for everyone – every person and every family in every corner of our state.
Mike DeWine
About Ohio
Ohio, often referred to as the “Buckeye State,” is a diverse and historically significant state located in the northeastern region of the United States. Known for its mix of modern cities, picturesque landscapes, and a rich industrial heritage, Ohio offers a wide range of experiences for residents and visitors alike.
Ohio played a pivotal role in American history, serving as the birthplace of numerous U.S. presidents, including Ulysses S. Grant and Rutherford B. Hayes. The state was also a key player in the Underground Railroad and is home to historic sites like the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati.
Crimes Overview
Ohio’s murder crime rate aligns with the national average, but its rape and assault crime rates are notably lower. Robbery is not a significant concern in the state, and vandalism, theft, and drug offenses are all below the national average. However, Ohio faces challenges with kidnapping and identity theft, both of which exceed the national average. Burglary rates are slightly lower, while motor vehicle theft is notably lower.
Weapon law violations, however, are higher in Ohio compared to the national average. Overall, the state has a relatively favorable crime profile with some areas requiring attention for further improvement.
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Ohio Crime Rates by City
Addyston
Akron
Alliance
Amberley Village
American Township
Amherst
Archbold
Ashland
Ashville
Athens
Aurora
Austintown
Avon Lake
Barberton
Barnesville
Batavia
Bath Township, Summit County
Bay Village
Bazetta Township
Beachwood
Beavercreek
Beaver Township
Bedford
Bedford Heights
Bellaire
Bellbrook
Bellefontaine
Bellville
Belpre
Berea
Blanchester
Blue Ash
Boardman
Botkins
Bowling Green
Brecksville
Brewster
Brimfield Township
Brunswick Hills Township
Bucyrus
Butler Township
Cambridge
Canal Fulton
Canfield
Canton
Carlisle
Carroll Township
Cedarville
Centerville
Chagrin Falls
Chardon
Cheviot
Chillicothe
Cincinnati
Circleville
Clearcreek Township
Cleveland
Cleveland Heights
Coitsville Township
Coldwater
Colerain Township
Columbiana
Columbus
Commercial Point
Copley Township
Cortland
Covington
Dayton
Defiance
Delhi Township
Delphos
Delta
Dover
Dublin
East Palestine
Eaton
Elyria
Englewood
Fairborn
Fairfax
Fairfield Township
Findlay
Forest Park
Fremont
Gahanna
Gallipolis
Garfield Heights
Georgetown
Germantown
Goshen Township, Clermont County
Goshen Township, Mahoning County
Grafton
Grandview Heights
Granville
Greenfield
Greenhills
Green Township
Grove City
Groveport
Hamilton Township, Warren County
Heath
Hebron
Highland Heights
Hilliard
Hillsboro
Hinckley Township
Holland
Howland Township
Hubbard
Huber Heights
Hudson
Huron
Independence
Ironton
Jackson
Jackson Township, Mahoning County
Jackson Township, Stark County
Jamestown
Kent
Lakemore
Lakewood
Lancaster
Lawrence Township
Lebanon
Lexington
Lima
Lisbon
Lithopolis
Lockland
Logan
London
Lorain
Lordstown
Loudonville
Louisville
Loveland
Lyndhurst
Macedonia
Madeira
Madison Township, Franklin County
Mansfield
Maple Heights
Marion
Martins Ferry
Mason
Massillon
Maumee
McConnelsville
Mechanicsburg
Medina
Mentor
Mentor-on-the-Lake
Miamisburg
Miami Township, Clermont County
Miami Township, Montgomery County
Middlefield
Middletown
Milford
Monroe
Montgomery
Montpelier
Moraine
Mount Orab
Mount Vernon
Napoleon
Navarre
Nelsonville
New Albany
Newark
New Boston
New Franklin
New Lebanon
New Lexington
New Philadelphia
North Baltimore
North Canton
Northfield
North Olmsted
Northwood
Norton
Norwalk
Oak Harbor
Oak Hill
Oberlin
Obetz
Olmsted Falls
Olmsted Township
Ontario
Oregon
Orrville
Ottawa Hills
Oxford Township
Parma
Parma Heights
Pepper Pike
Perrysburg
Perrysburg Township
Perry Township, Franklin County
Perry Township, Stark County
Pickerington
Pierce Township
Pioneer
Piqua
Poland Township
Port Clinton
Portsmouth
Powell
Reading
Richmond Heights
Riverside
Rocky River
Ross Township
Russells Point
Sabina
Salem
Salineville
Sandusky
Sebring
Seven Hills
Shawnee Township
Sheffield Lake
Shelby
Sidney
Solon
South Euclid
South Zanesville
Springboro
Springfield
Springfield Township, Hamilton County
Springfield Township, Mahoning County
Springfield Township, Summit County
St. Clair Township
Steubenville
St. Marys
Strasburg
Streetsboro
Strongsville
Struthers
Sugarcreek Township
Swanton
Sylvania
Sylvania Township
Tiffin
Tipp City
Toledo
Toronto
Trotwood
Twinsburg
Uhrichsville
Uniontown
Union Township, Clermont County
University Heights
Upper Arlington
Upper Sandusky
Urbana
Utica
Vandalia
Van Wert
Vienna Township
Wadsworth
Wapakoneta
Warren
Warren Township
Washington Court House
Waterville
Wauseon
Waverly
Weathersfield
Wellston
West Carrollton
West Chester Township
Westerville
Whitehall
Whitehouse
Wickliffe
Willard
Williamsburg
Willoughby Hills
Wintersville
Woodlawn
Wooster
Worthington
Xenia
Yellow Springs
Youngstown
Zanesville
Metropolitan Counties
Allen
Belmont
Clark
Clermont
Fairfield
Franklin
Fulton
Greene
Hamilton
Hocking
Lorain
Lucas
Madison
Medina
Miami
Montgomery
Perry
Pickaway
Richland
Stark
Summit
Trumbull
Union
Warren
Wood
Non-Metropolitan Counties
Adams
Ashtabula
Athens
Auglaize
Champaign
Clinton
Columbiana
Coshocton
Crawford
Defiance
Erie
Fayette
Gallia
Hancock
Harrison
Henry
Highland
Jackson
Knox
Logan
Meigs
Monroe
Morgan
Pike
Preble
Ross
Scioto
Seneca
Shelby
Tuscarawas
Van Wert
Washington
Wayne