SPRINGFIELD OHIO HISTORY, DEMOGRAPHICS & SCHOOLS,   

 A Big Little Town

Springfield Natives.  We at Re/Max Client Choice have lived and worked in Springfield Ohio most of our lives.

Springfield is a town where “Everybody knows everybody”.   Everyone’s parents or grandparents went to school together. People are typically in the same house for 50 years or more. 

A Nice Place to Live.  Yes, Springfield is a community of caring people – people who put down roots because they see the benefits of living here. Why? Well, lots of reasons.

• Compared to nearby Columbus, Springfield has a lower cost-of-living
• Springfield’s prime position near Interstate 70 (having 4 exits on I-70) makes getting to neighboring major cities — easy.
• The following major employers call Springfield Ohio home -- good jobs are just a short commute away
  • Wittenberg University
  • International Harvester
  • Dole
  • Gordon Foods
  • Assurance Group
  • Clark State Community College
  • Lexis/Nexis (coming soon)
  • and nearby to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB)
• Springfield blends metropolitan convenience and culture with small town flavor.
• You won’t find two-hour commutes or traffic jams here! 
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• Where is Springfield Ohio?

Springfield, Ohio is the county seat of Clark County and is located:

• East of Dayton, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, New Carlisle
• North of Enon, Yellow Springs, Ohio
• West of Columbus, Ohio
• South of Urbana, St. Paris, Ohio.

Short History of Springfield Ohio

Springfield Ohio, situated on the Mad River, was settled in 1799 and incorporated as a city in 1850. A manufacturing center in a rich farm area, it is especially known for its production of farm machinery.

Springfield grew with the building of the National Road (1838), the arrival of the railroads (mid-1800s), and the establishment of farm-machinery plants (late 1800s).

Today, Springfield is a quiet place to live, work, and play – home to proud Americans with a strong work ethic. A college town, Springfield is home to Wittenberg University and Clark State Community College.

Springfield Census & Demographics

The city of Springfield has a population of 65,000 but for economic purposes, is located within an economic area that includes almost a million residents because of its central location between Columbus and Dayton Ohio.

The mean travel time to work is just 19 minutes.

Public Schools in Springfield Ohio & the Surrounding Area

To evaluate the differences between any of these Springfield Ohio schools, online, go to Springfield Ohio Schools K-12.

Public School Districts in Clark County

The following school districts service Springfield and the surrounding Clark County area:

• Springfield City Schools
• Northwestern School District
• Tecumseh School District
• Southeastern School District
• Northeastern School District
• Kenton Ridge School District
• Shawnee School District
• Greenon School District

Private Schools in Springfield Ohio & the Surrounding Area

Private School Districts in North Springfield

The following private school districts are in northern Springfield:

• Ridgewood School District
• Catholic Central High School
• Emmanuel Christian Academy

Learn More About:

• Things to Do in Springfield Ohio
• Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Relocations

Ready to Look at Some Homes for Sale in Springfield Ohio or Clark County?

Let a Re/Max Client Choice Agent Show You Around

For finding Springfield Ohio homes for sale, the expert Springfield, Ohio area real-estate agents that you want on your side are The Agents of Re/Max Client Choice. 

We are among the top real estate agents for a reason -- because we deliver what we promise - helping you successfully find and close on your home without surprises. 

We will help you:

• Avoid buying mistakes that affect resale value
• Avoid buying mistakes that affect your pocket book
• Get results -- the house you want, at the price you want, with a smooth closing.
• Get to know the Springfield Ohio real estate area in Clark County.