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Trotwood, Ohio
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Trotwood Railroad Station
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Location in Montgomery County and the state of Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Montgomery |
| Area | |
| • Total | 30.51 sq mi (79.02 km2) |
| • Land | 30.49 sq mi (78.96 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 23,070 |
| • Density | 756.72/sq mi (292.17/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 937, 326 |
| FIPS code | 39-77504 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397059 |
Trotwood is a city located in Montgomery County, Ohio, in the United States. In 2020, about 23,070 people lived there. It is a suburb of Dayton, meaning it's a smaller city near a larger one. Trotwood is part of the larger Dayton metropolitan area. The local schools are managed by the Trotwood-Madison City School District.
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Trotwood's Past: A Look at Its History
Trotwood was first known as Higgins Station. This name was given when the area was officially mapped out in 1854.
In 1901, the Village of Trotwood was officially formed. It was created from parts of Madison Township, which had been around since 1809. Later, in 1996, the village and the township joined together. This merger created one larger political area. Because of this, one neighborhood called Townview is now completely surrounded by the City of Dayton. Other smaller parts of Trotwood are only connected by a road or a thin strip of land. The merger also added a large countryside area to Trotwood. This area includes farms, golf courses, and big rural homes.
The 2019 Tornado: A Powerful Storm
On May 27, 2019, a very strong tornado hit Trotwood. This tornado was rated as an EF-4, which means it caused a lot of damage. It swept through the wider Dayton area. About 500 homes in Trotwood were damaged, and 59 homes were completely destroyed. The tornado struck late at night, around 11:00 p.m. The National Weather Service had issued a tornado warning about 30 minutes before it hit.
Trotwood's Location and Natural Features
The city of Trotwood covers a total area of about 30.50 square miles (79.02 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 30.49 square miles (78.96 square kilometers), is land. Only a very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.06 square kilometers), is water.
Wolf Creek and Sycamore Woods State Park
Wolf Creek flows through Trotwood. It is a smaller river that eventually joins the Miami River. Wolf Creek offers places for fishing and has many pretty natural spots. Along Wolf Creek, you can find the only state park in Montgomery County. This is the 3,000-acre (12.14 square kilometer) Sycamore Woods State Park. It is located at 4675 N. Diamond Mill Road in Trotwood. The park is a great place for horseback riding, hiking, hunting, and group camping.
Neighboring Cities
Trotwood is located next to several other cities. These include Dayton, Clayton, and Englewood. Clayton merged with its surrounding Randolph Township in 1998.
Who Lives in Trotwood: Population Changes
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 42 | — | |
| 1910 | 348 | — | |
| 1920 | 422 | 21.3% | |
| 1930 | 660 | 56.4% | |
| 1940 | 770 | 16.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,066 | 38.4% | |
| 1960 | 4,992 | 368.3% | |
| 1970 | 6,997 | 40.2% | |
| 1980 | 7,809 | 11.6% | |
| 1990 | 8,816 | 12.9% | |
| 2000 | 27,420 | 211.0% | |
| 2010 | 24,431 | −10.9% | |
| 2020 | 23,070 | −5.6% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 22,968 | −6.0% | |
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2020 Census: A Snapshot of the Population
The 2020 census counted 23,070 people living in Trotwood. This table shows the different racial and ethnic groups in the city. The census counts people by race and also by whether they are Hispanic or Latino. People of any race can be Hispanic or Latino.
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2000 | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2000 | % 2010 | 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 10,501 | 6,796 | 5,555 | 38.30% | 27.82% | 24.08% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 15,953 | 16,604 | 15,834 | 58.18% | 67.96% | 68.63% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 88 | 52 | 32 | 0.32% | 0.21% | 0.14% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 66 | 81 | 80 | 0.24% | 0.33% | 0.35% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 2 | 4 | 10 | 0.01% | 0.02% | 0.04% |
| Other race alone (NH) | 75 | 63 | 120 | 0.27% | 0.26% | 0.52% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 511 | 600 | 946 | 1.86% | 2.46% | 4.10% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 224 | 231 | 493 | 0.82% | 0.95% | 2.14% |
| Total | 27,420 | 24,431 | 23,070 | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
2010 Census: More Details on the People of Trotwood
In 2010, the census found 24,431 people living in Trotwood. There were 10,404 households, which are groups of people living together. Also, there were 6,408 families. The city had about 801 people per square mile (309 people per square kilometer).
The racial makeup of the city was mostly African American (68.2%) and White (28.1%). Other groups included Native American, Asian, and people of two or more races. About 0.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Of the households, 30.0% had children under 18 living there. About 31.5% were married couples. Many households (38.4%) were not families. About 33.9% of all households had only one person living alone. This included 12.8% of people aged 65 or older. The average household had 2.29 people. The average family had 2.91 people.
The average age of people in Trotwood was 41.8 years. About 23.6% of residents were under 18. About 17.8% were 65 or older. The city had more females (55.6%) than males (44.4%).
Fun Things to Do and See in Trotwood
Trotwood used to be home to Hara Arena. This was a large event center. The yearly Dayton Hamvention was held there. This event brought thousands of amateur radio operators from all over the world. Hara Arena closed in 2016.
Trotwood is also where United Theological Seminary is located. This is one of thirteen seminaries that belong to the United Methodist Church.
If you enjoy golf, Trotwood has two golf courses. These are Moss Creek and Hara Greens. Larch Tree Golf Course used to be here but was sold in 2012 and is no longer a golf course.
Learning in Trotwood: The Public Library
Trotwood has a public library. It is a part of the Dayton Metro Library system.
Famous People from Trotwood
- Salt Walther, a racing car driver
- Vincent M. Ward, an actor
- Chris Wright, a professional basketball player
See also
In Spanish: Trotwood (Ohio) para niños
