Crystal Lakes, Ohio facts for kids
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Crystal Lakes, Ohio
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Aerial view of Crystal Lakes
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Location of Crystal Lakes, Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Clark |
| Township | Bethel |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.51 sq mi (1.33 km2) |
| • Land | 0.48 sq mi (1.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,394 |
| • Density | 2,898.13/sq mi (1,118.06/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 39-19596 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393389 |
Crystal Lakes is a small community located in Clark County, Ohio, United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government defines for collecting information, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
In 2020, the population of Crystal Lakes was 1,394 people. It is part of the larger Springfield, Ohio metropolitan area.
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Where is Crystal Lakes?
Crystal Lakes is found in the southwestern part of Clark County, Ohio. It is located within Bethel Township. To its west, you'll find the community of Park Layne.
The city of Springfield is about 13 miles (21 km) to the northeast. Dayton is about 15 miles (24 km) to the southwest.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Crystal Lakes covers a total area of about 0.51 square miles (1.31 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.48 square miles (1.23 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.03 square miles (0.08 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Crystal Lakes?
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| 2020 | 1,394 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 1,411 people living in Crystal Lakes. The population density was about 3,091 people per square mile (1,193 per square kilometer).
Most of the people living in Crystal Lakes were White (96.39%). There were also smaller numbers of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 2.34% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of residents in 2000 was 37 years old. About 25.9% of the population was under 18 years old.
Local Parks
The main public park in Crystal Lakes is called Crystal Lakes Park. It is located on Lake Road. In 2008, the local government received money to build a small parking lot and a gazebo at the park.
The Bethel Township Board of Trustees is responsible for maintaining the park. However, the Medway Area Historical Society also helps to take care of it. They do this as a community service.
Famous People from Crystal Lakes
- Tom D. Crouch – He is a Senior Curator of Aeronautics at the National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution. This museum is a very important place for learning about flight and space.
See also
In Spanish: Crystal Lakes (Ohio) para niños
