Rittman, Ohio

Rittman is a city in Medina and Wayne counties in the U.S. state of Ohio. All but a small portion of the city is in Wayne County, within commuting distance of Akron, Canton and Cleveland. The population was 6,491 at the 2010 census. Also, it just so happens to be poggers. Just absolutely pog.

Rittman, Ohio
City
The former Erie Railroad depot in Rittman, now a restaurant.
Location of Rittman, Ohio
Location of Rittman in Wayne County
Coordinates: 40°58′24″N 81°47′4″W
CountryUnited States
StateOhio
CountiesWayne, Medina
Government
 • MayorWilliam J. Robertson
Area
 • Total6.43 sq mi (16.65 km2)
 • Land6.30 sq mi (16.31 km2)
 • Water0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2)
Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Population
 • Total6,491
 • Estimate 
(2019)[4]
6,506
 • Density1,033.03/sq mi (398.86/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
44270
Area code(s)330 and 234
FIPS code39-67356[5]
GNIS feature ID1061609[2]
Websitehttp://www.rittman.com/
Rittman, Ohio City Limits Sign.

Geography

Rittman is located at 40°58′24″N 81°47′4″W (40.973376, -81.784416).[6]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.49 square miles (16.81 km2), of which 6.43 square miles (16.65 km2) is land and 0.06 square miles (0.16 km2) is water.[7]

Demographics
Historical population
CensusPop.%±
19201,803—
19302,78554.5%
19402,770−0.5%
19503,81037.5%
19605,41042.0%
19706,30816.6%
19806,063−3.9%
19906,1471.4%
20006,3142.7%
20106,4912.8%
2019 (est.)6,506[4]0.2%
Sources:[5][8][9][10]

2010 census

At the 2010 census there were 6,491 people, 2,547 households, and 1,763 families living in the city. The population density was 1,009.5 inhabitants per square mile (389.8/km2). There were 2,752 housing units at an average density of 428.0 per square mile (165.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.4% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2%.[3]

Of the 2,547 households 33.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.8% were non-families. 26.2% of households were one person and 10.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.01.

The median age was 38.5 years. 23.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.9% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 14.7% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.9% male and 51.1% female.

2000 census

At the 2000 census there were 6,314 people, 2,424 households, and 1,711 families living in the city. The population density was 1,046.9 people per square mile (404.3/km2). There were 2,518 housing units at an average density of 417.5 per square mile (161.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 98.13% White, 0.10% African American, 0.22% Native American, 0.38% Asian, 0.27% from other races, and 0.90% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.89%.[5]

Of the 2,424 households 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.8% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.4% were non-families. 25.5% of households were one person and 10.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.10.

The age distribution was 26.5% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 31.7% from 25 to 44, 20.3% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.1 males.

The median household income was $35,020 and the median family income was $41,643. Males had a median income of $30,885 versus $23,708 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,049. About 6.4% of families and 8.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.8% of those under age 18 and 9.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education

Rittman High School, Rittman Middle School, and Rittman Elementary School are all part of the Rittman Exempted Village School District.

Rittman is served by a branch of the Wayne County Public Library.[11]

References
  1. "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 28, 2020.
  2. "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  3. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2013-01-06.
  4. "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". Retrieved May 21, 2020.
  5. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  6. "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. 2011-02-12. Retrieved 2011-04-23.
  7. "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on 2012-01-24. Retrieved 2013-01-06.
  8. "Population: Ohio" (PDF). 1930 US Census. U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved 28 November 2013.
  9. "Number of Inhabitants: Ohio" (PDF). 18th Census of the United States. U.S. Census Bureau. 1960. Retrieved 17 May 2020.
  10. "Ohio: Population and Housing Unit Counts" (PDF). U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved 22 November 2013.
  11. "Hours & Contact Information". Wayne County Public Library. Archived from the original on 8 August 2016. Retrieved 10 June 2016.
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