Huber Heights, Ohio facts for kids
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Huber Heights, Ohio
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Huber Heights City Hall
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| Nickname(s):
Brick City, Huber, The Heights
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| Motto(s):
"Come Grow With Us!"
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Location in Montgomery County and the state of Ohio.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Ohio | ||
| Counties | Montgomery, Miami | ||
| Incorporated | January 23, 1981 | ||
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| • Total | 22.37 sq mi (57.94 km2) | ||
| • Land | 22.20 sq mi (57.50 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.095 sq mi (0.44 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 43,439 | ||
| • Density | 1,956.62/sq mi (755.45/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
45424
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| Area code(s) | 937, 326 | ||
| FIPS code | 39-36610 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1086669 | ||
Huber Heights is a city in Ohio, a state in the United States. It is located in Montgomery and Miami Counties. Huber Heights is a suburb of Dayton, a larger city nearby.
In 2020, the city had a population of 43,439 people. This was a big increase of 14% since 2010. This growth made it the fastest-growing city in Montgomery County over the last ten years.
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History of Huber Heights
Huber Heights started as part of Wayne Township in the early 1800s. The area began to develop into a suburb in 1956. This was when a builder named Charles Huber started constructing many houses there.
The city is named after Charles Huber because of his important role in building the community. On January 23, 1981, Wayne Township officially became the City of Huber Heights. The city has continued to grow by adding more land, especially in Miami County.
Geography of Huber Heights
Most of Huber Heights is located in Montgomery County. However, the city has expanded and now includes land in Miami County too. A small part of the city was once in Greene County, but that section was removed in 2013.
The total area of Huber Heights is about 22.37 square miles (57.94 square kilometers). A small portion of this area, about 61 acres (0.25 square kilometers), is covered by water.
Population and People
Huber Heights is home to many different people. In 2010, there were 38,101 people living in the city. There were 14,720 households, which are groups of people living together.
The city's population density was about 1,710 people per square mile. This means many people live close together in the city. The average household had about 2.58 people.
The median age in Huber Heights in 2010 was 37.4 years old. About 25.4% of the population was under 18 years old. About 12.9% of the people were 65 years or older.
Economy and Jobs
Huber Heights is a good place for businesses because it is located near two major highways, I-70 and I-75. This makes it a great spot for the trucking industry. You can find many popular restaurants and shopping areas near the highway exits.
The city is also working to improve its shopping areas. For example, the Marian Shopping Center is being redeveloped.
Major Employers in Huber Heights
Many large companies have chosen Huber Heights for their operations. Here are some of the top employers in the city, based on a 2017 report:
| # | Employer | # of Employees |
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| 1 | Huber Heights City School District | 935 |
| 2 | Walmart | 566 |
| 3 | CBS Personnel Services | 537 |
| 4 | Trimble | 530 |
| 5 | ABF Freight System | 510 |
| 6 | Meijer | 503 |
| 7 | McDonald's | 444 |
| 8 | FedEx Freight | 415 |
| 9 | Kroger | 378 |
| 10 | AM PM Employment LLC | 344 |
Education in Huber Heights
Students in Huber Heights attend one of two public school districts. If you live in the Montgomery County part of the city, you go to schools in the Huber Heights City School District. This district has five elementary schools, one middle school, and Wayne High School.
If you live in the Miami County part of Huber Heights, you are served by the Bethel Local Schools District. The city also has a modern public library, which is a branch of the Dayton Metro Library.
Transportation
Getting around Huber Heights is made easier by public transportation. The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority provides bus services throughout the city.
Famous People from Huber Heights
Many talented people have come from Huber Heights. Here are a few of them:
- Will Allen, a former football player for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- George Crook, a general during the American Civil War.
- Kelley Deal and Kim Deal, musicians from the band The Breeders.
- Marcus Freeman, who is now the head coach for Notre Dame Football.
- Braxton Miller, a former football player for the Ohio State Buckeyes and the NFL.
- Jerel Worthy, a defensive tackle who played for the Buffalo Bills.
Sister Cities
Huber Heights has special connections with two cities in other countries:
– Rheinsberg, in Germany
– Dover, in England, United Kingdom
See also
In Spanish: Huber Heights (Ohio) para niños
