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Montgomery County
The heart and economic engine of the region. Home to downtown Dayton, the Oregon District, University of Dayton, and the region's largest concentration of employers, healthcare systems, and cultural institutions.
537,000
Population
464 sq mi
Area
$165k
Median Home
$48k
Median Income
3.8%
Unemployment
16
School Districts
What Makes It Special
County Highlights
Downtown Dayton revitalization — $436M in 2024 investment
Oregon District — premier entertainment and dining
Five Rivers MetroParks headquarters
University of Dayton — top-ranked private university
Dayton Art Institute — world-class, free admission
Employment
Major Employers
Premier Health
Kettering Health
CareSource
LexisNexis
University of Dayton