Location/Distances Between Towns/Cities
West Chester is a civil township in Butler County, in southwestern Ohio.
Cincinnati is approximately 16 miles south of West Chester, and Dayton is 34 miles to the north.
Airports
There are two major airports within 35 miles of West Chester: the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, and Dayton International Airport. The local airport is Butler County Regional airport.
Terrain
West Chester is in an area geologically known as the "Cincinnati Arch." This area has been one of the best places on the continent for collecting fossils, due to the fact that the Miami Valley was once at the bottom of an ancient ocean. The highest elevation is 980 above sea level, in the Pisgah area. Most of the pioneers were farmers who were attracted to the beauty of the area and the quality of the land.
The township consists of 22,080 acres, or approximately 35 square miles, with 72.5% zoned for residential use, 23.0% zoned for industrial use, and 4.5% zoned for commercial use.
Population
West Chester has experienced significant growth in the last 20 years. The population has increased from 23,553 (1980 Census) to 39,703 (1990 Census). The estimated population today is approximately 56,500.
West Chester has experienced rapid growth due in particular to the development of the Interstate Road System, which connected it to the major cities of Cincinnati and Dayton. West Chester is Greater Cincinnati's 5th largest community.
Jobs
The growth of the business sector dramatically increased with the completion of a third interchange off Interstate 75 in the late 1990’s.
The development of Union Centre Boulevard has created diversity in West Chester's economy, which was once dominated by agriculture, manufacturing and distributing. Some of the companies in Union Centre include Procter & Gamble, Liz Claiborne, Frontgate/ Cornerstone Consolidated Services, J.P. Flooring Systems Inc. and Peoples Community Bank. Union Centre Square includes the Dingle House Irish Pub and Coldwell Banker West Shell.
Another prominent employer is at University Pointe, a new $100 million, 75-acre medical complex which includes the West Chester Medical Center. West Chester Ohio businesses employ about 50,000 people and generate millions in revenue, making it one of the largest magnets for jobs in the region. The median household income in West Chester is $87,636.
Colleges/Universities
More than ten colleges and universities are located within 30 miles of West Chester. These include the University of Cincinnati, Xavier University, Miami University, Miami University-Hamilton, Miami University-Middletown, Northern Kentucky University, College of Mt. St. Joseph, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, University of Dayton, and Wright State University and of course the new Miami University Voice of America campus in West Chester Ohio which opened in January 2009.
Housing
The average home prices in West Chester have declined from 2005 prices just like the rest of the country. 82% of the residents live in owner occupied units, and 14% are renters. Normally house values increase 3% per year. West Chester has a number of attractive subdivisions, some around golf courses, built where farms used to be. If you have any questions about Homes For Sale in West Chester, Ohio simply send me an e-mail.
Historic Sites
The earliest inhabitants in the area were probably migrants from Asia. In Ohio, Butler County is only second to Ross County in the number of antiquities and Native American mounds discovered.
Shopping
New Swedish Furniture Store IKEA opened in the spring of 2008 with approximately 339,000 square feet. Mercedes Benz Dealership West Chester Ohio with Volvo Dealership directly across the street.
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There are two private 18-hole golf and country clubs in West Chester: Beckett Ridge Country Club, and Wetherington Golf and Country Club.
