Dayton, Ohio
Dayton: The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
About
Dayton is a city located in the county of Montgomery in the U.S. state of Ohio. Its population at the 2010 census was 141,527 and a population density of 967 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 139,907 inhabitants.
The city was created 230 years ago in 1795.
Dayton was founded in 1796 and originally named Dunbarton. It was renamed Dayton in 1805 after Jonathan Dayton, an officer in the Revolutionary War.
Its location at the confluence of the Great Miami, Stillwater, and Mad Rivers made Dayton ideal for industry. By the late 1800s, Dayton was a manufacturing powerhouse producing iron, steel, railroad cars, cash registers, and more. The Wright brothers built their first successful airplane in Dayton.
Key Facts About Modern Dayton
Here are some key details about Dayton today:
- Population: Around 140,000 residents, making it Ohio's 6th largest city.
- Economy: While manufacturing has declined, health care, education, and research/development are top employers today. Major companies include Premier Health Partners, Kettering Health Network, and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
- Neighborhoods: Dayton has a variety of urban, suburban, and historic neighborhoods like Oregon District, Carillon, and St. Anne's Hill. Each area has unique appeal and community vibes.
- Attractions: Dayton draws tourists to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton Art Institute, SunWatch Indian Village, and extensive aviation heritage sites.
- Recreation: Daytonians enjoy outdoor activities along the Great Miami River trails, Eastwood MetroPark, and the area's many golf courses, tennis courts, and youth sports leagues.
Dayton continues to leverage its Midwest location and heritage of innovation to drive economic growth. The city offers big city amenities with a distinctly Midwestern, community-driven culture.
Quick Facts about Dayton
| Population | 139,907 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Ohio (United States) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Postal code | 45402 |
| Phone Area Codes | 937 |
| Area | 146.41 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.7590,-84.1916 |
| Altitude | 738 feet / 225 meters |
| Capital city | Dayton is capital of Montgomery County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1796 (230 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 18:41:36 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 956 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.16% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Dayton is located at 39°45'32"N 84°11'30"W (39.7589500, -84.1916100).
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Weather
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Dayton decreased by 1.16% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 141,527 | - | census |
| 2011 | 142,000 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 141,916 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 142,035 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 141,117 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 140,819 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 140,849 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 140,372 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 140,439 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 140,407 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 139,907 | -0.36% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Dayton
1National Museum of the US Air Force
1100 Spaatz St, Dayton, OH 45431, United States View details
Phone: +19372553286 | Website available
2RiverScape MetroPark
237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402, United States View details
Phone: +19372740126 | Website available
3Carillon Historical Park
1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, OH 45409, United States View details
Phone: +19372932841 | Website available
4Cox Arboretum MetroPark
6733 N Springboro Pike, Dayton, OH 45449, United States View details
Phone: +19372757275 | Website available
5Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
2600 Deweese Pkwy, Dayton, OH 45414, United States View details
Phone: +19372757431 | Website available
Where to Eat in Dayton
1Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton
6196 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414, United States View details
Phone: +19376193200 | Website available
2Fricker's
1818 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH 45420, United States View details
Phone: +19372529007 | Website available
3Bob Evans
1285 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH 45432, United States View details
Phone: +19372560040 | Website available
4Dewey's Pizza
131 Jasper St, Dayton, OH 45409, United States View details
Phone: +19372230000 | Website available
5McDonald's
1219 N Gettysburg Ave, Dayton, OH 45417, United States View details
Phone: +19372637140 | Website available
Where to Stay in Dayton
1Marriott at the University of Dayton
1414 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45409, United States View details
Phone: +19372231000 | Website available
2Radisson Dayton
33 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402, United States View details
Phone: +19372240800 | Website available
3Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Beavercreek
3520 Pentagon Park Blvd, Dayton, OH 45431, United States View details
Phone: +19374582650 | Website available
4Red Roof Inn Dayton North Airport
7370 Miller Ln, Dayton, OH 45414, United States View details
Phone: +19378981054 | Website available
5Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dayton-Centerville, an IHG Hotel
5655 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45459, United States View details
Phone: +19374245757 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Dayton
1Dayton City Hall
101 W Third St, Dayton, OH 45402 View details
Phone: +19373333333 | Website available
2Oakwood City Hall
30 Park Ave, Dayton, OH 45419 View details
Phone: +19372980600 | Website available
3City Of Dayton
W 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402 View details
Website available
4Oakwood Administrative Offices
30 Park Ave, Dayton, OH 45419 View details
Phone: +19372980600
5Jefferson Township Montgomery County Ohio
1 Business Park Way, Dayton, OH 45417 View details
Phone: +19372623591 | Website available
People born in Dayton (200)
People born in Dayton, including politician Charles W. Whalen, actor Gordon Jump, racing driver Bill Mackey, .
More notable people
- Martin Sheen (American actor) he was born in 03/08/1940
- Joseph Rochefort (American cryptographer) he was born in 12/05/1900
- Nancy Cartwright (American actress) she was born in 25/10/1957
- Kim Deal (American singer-songwriter; alternative rock musician) she was born in 10/06/1961
- Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick (American scholar of queer theory) she was born in 02/05/1950
- Lauren Kate (American writer) she was born in 21/03/1981
- Sunny Doench (American actress) she was born in 21/05/1972
- Joshua Harris (American writer, former pastor) he was born in 30/12/1974
- James Ritty (American inventor) he was born in 29/10/1836
- Andrew Price Morgan (American botanist (1836-1907)) he was born in 27/10/1836
- Timothy J. Keating (United States admiral) he was born in 16/11/1948
- Tim Hagans (American musician) he was born in 19/08/1954
- John Scofield (American jazz guitarist and composer) he was born in 26/12/1951
- Nathan Peavy (Puerto Rican basketball player) he was born in 31/03/1985
- Ron Harper (American basketball player) he was born in 20/01/1964
- Billy Strayhorn (American musician, composer, lyricist and arranger) he was born in 29/11/1915
- Chris Chambliss (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 26/12/1948
- Christina Angel (American movie actress) she was born in 01/08/1971
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Dayton, OH. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205470 | Sinclair Community College | Dayton (OH) | 45402-1460 |
| 453792 | Ohio Medical Career College | Dayton (OH) | 45417 |
| 202480 | University of Dayton | Dayton (OH) | 45469 |
| 203289 | International College of Broadcasting | Dayton (OH) | 45431 |
| 203544 | Kettering College | Kettering (OH) | 45429-1299 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Dayton, OH. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIG | Cincinnati, OH | 1005 Gilbert Avenue | BUS |
| CIN | Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal | 1301 Western Ave. | RAIL |
| COI | Connersville station | 1012 Eastern Avenue | RAIL |
| COL | Columbus, OH | 111 East Town Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Dayton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Mid City Dayton Post Office | Dayton (OH) | 45402 |
| Dayton Post Office | Dayton (OH) | 45401 |
| Main Office Finance Station Dayton Post Office | Dayton (OH) | 45401 |
| Dayton View Post Office | Dayton (OH) | 45406 |
| Wright Brother Post Office | Oakwood (OH) | 45409 |
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- Dayton, Michigan township of Tuscola County, Michigan, USA with a population of 1,755 people.
- Dayton, Indiana town in Indiana, USA with a population of 1,667 people.
- Dayton, Virginia town in Rockingham County, Virginia, United States with a population of 1,642 people.
- Dayton, Wyoming town in Sheridan County, Wyoming, United States with a population of 830 people.
- Dayton, Iowa city in Webster County, Iowa, United States with a population of 798 people.
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- Dayton, Pennsylvania borough of Pennsylvania with a population of 503 people.
- Dayton, Idaho city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States with a population of 494 people.
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Other cities in Montgomery County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County , OH. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kettering | 54,313 | The most populous city in Montgomery County, Ohio. |
| Huber Heights | 37,203 | City in Montgomery, Miami and Greene counties in Ohio, United States |
| Trotwood | 24,433 | City in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States |
| Centerville | 23,882 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Miamisburg | 20,117 | City in Ohio, USA |
| Vandalia | 14,987 | City in Illinois |
| Englewood | 13,502 | City in Ohio, United States |
| West Carrollton City | 13,297 | Human settlement in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Shiloh | 11,272 | Biblical city |
| Northridge | 8,487 | Neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Union | 6,909 | City in Montgomery and Miami Counties in the U. |
| Sunbury | 6,881 | City in Delaware County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Moraine | 6,507 | City in Ohio, United States |
| Brookville | 5,900 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Germantown | 5,567 | City in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States |
| Fort McKinley | 3,989 | Unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Ohio |
Distance to Other Cities
Dayton distances to largest Ohio cities