Deer Park, Ohio facts for kids
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Deer Park, Ohio
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Houses on Orchard Lane
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| Motto(s):
"Deer Park, The Right Town for a Bright Future"
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Location in Hamilton County and the state of Ohio
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Ohio | ||
| County | Hamilton | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) | ||
| • Land | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 850 ft (260 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 5,432 | ||
| • Estimate
(2023)
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5,336 | ||
| • Density | 6,360.66/sq mi (2,456.77/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
45236
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| Area code(s) | 513 | ||
| FIPS code | 39-21266 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1086205 | ||
Deer Park is a small city in Hamilton County, Ohio, United States. It's like a neighborhood or suburb of the bigger city of Cincinnati. In 2020, about 5,432 people lived here. Deer Park is known for its friendly community and quiet streets.
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History of Deer Park
Early Beginnings
The first home in the Deer Park area was built in 1795. This was by Samuel and Rebecca DeMent Pierson. It happened after the Treaty of Greenville was signed. This treaty helped protect settlers in Ohio from conflicts.
Growth and Development
In 1881, a railway called the Cincinnati, Lebanon and Northern Railway started running through the town. This helped Deer Park grow. By 1894, Deer Park had a store and a Catholic church. The community officially became a city in 1912.
Geography of Deer Park
Deer Park is a small city, covering about 0.87 square miles (2.21 square kilometers). All of this area is land. It's located in Hamilton County, which is in the southwestern part of Ohio.
People of Deer Park
Population Overview
In 2020, there were 5,432 people living in Deer Park. This means there were about 6,360 people per square mile. There were also 2,745 homes in the city.
Who Lives Here?
Most people in Deer Park are White (84.7%). Other groups include Black or African American (5.8%) and Asian (2.2%). About 3.1% of the people are Hispanic or Latino.
There are many different types of households. About 20.4% of homes have kids under 18. Many people live alone, especially those over 65. The average age in Deer Park is about 44.2 years old.
Income and Work
In 2020, the average yearly income for a household in Deer Park was about $68,545. For families, it was around $87,996. Most people (about 70.9%) in Deer Park have jobs. Also, many adults (42.0%) have a college degree or higher.
Education in Deer Park
Deer Park has its own school district. It serves students from the city and nearby areas. The district has one elementary school, Amity Elementary. It also has one high school, Deer Park Junior/Senior High School.
Notable Person from Deer Park
- Bill Cunningham is a well-known radio personality. He is from Deer Park.
