Dayton metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Dayton, OH
About Dayton
Dayton is the seat of Montgomery County and the core city of the metro area (population 137,644 at the 2020 census). Known as the birthplace of aviation — home of the Wright brothers — it blends downtown revitalization (the Oregon District, Riverscape MetroPark, the Schuster Center) with major institutions: the University of Dayton, the Dayton Art Institute, and the National Museum of the U.S.
Home prices in Dayton
The median listing price in Dayton is $164,990.
Top places in Dayton
- Oregon District
- Riverscape MetroPark
- National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
- Dayton Art Institute
- Carillon Historical Park
- Day Air Ballpark
- University of Dayton and UD Arena.
Commuting from Dayton
- Downtown Dayton is the commute reference point for the metro; all drive times in these profiles are measured to downtown.
Schools in Dayton
Public schools: Dayton Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Dayton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Dayton, OH?
The median listing price in Dayton is $164,990. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Dayton, OH?
Downtown Dayton is the commute reference point for the metro; all drive times in these profiles are measured to downtown. - Which school district serves Dayton, OH?
Dayton is served by Dayton Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.