Westerville
Westerville's rich New England heritage and natural beauty combined with a vibrant business community make its downtown streetscape a city of distinction. With a population over 36,000 people it is one of the largest of the suburban cities in the greater Columbus area. It is the home of Otterbein College, known for its fine arts programs.
Recreational opportunities abound with 38 parks or recreation facilities, including the 96,600 square foot. Community center that opened in 2001. A popular attraction is the 121-acre Inn is wood Metor Gardens, a peaceful park highlighted by streams, woodlands, wildflowers and wildlife.
Westerville is located 15 miles northeast of downtown Columbus.
Population
| 1970 |
12,530 |
| 1980 |
23,414 |
| 1990 |
30,269 |
| 2000 |
35,318 |
| 2002 (estimate) |
35,520 |
Median Household Income
| Amount |
$69,135 |
| Percentage of national average |
164.6% |
Households, 2000
| Total number |
12,663 |
| Married households |
64,8% |
| Households with children |
38.0% |
| Single person households |
20.9% |
Homeownership
Housing Type (Percentage of Total Units), 2000
| Single-unit |
80.9% |
| Two to four units |
5.7% |
| Five to nine units |
7.0% |
| Ten to more units |
6.3% |
| Mobile home and other |
0.1% |
Housing Stock By Year of Construction, 2000
| 1995-March 2000 |
9.8% |
| 1990-1994 |
12.7% |
| 1980-1989 |
22.7% |
| 1970-1979 |
28.1% |
| 1960-1969 |
12.7% |
| 1950-1959 |
6.0% |
| 1940-1949 |
1.9% |
| 1939 or earlier |
6.0% |
Approximate Annual Property Tax on $100,000 House
