Marion, Ohio
Is Oak Knoll a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe133
Medium209
Low323
Other1022
124 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape19
Child involved48
Assault16
Other50
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a disturbance at a residence on Gerard Avenue involving an apparently intoxicated male running in and out of the house and screaming. The male may be the same person involved in an earlier fight. | Girard Ave, Marion, OH 43302 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a general fire alarm at a hotel on James Way, described as a Tac 1 assignment. The alarm is reported in zone 993. | James Way, Marion, OH 43302 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a car dealership on Marion-Mt. Gilead Road for a report of a suspicious man who approached someone asking for police. Additional units were reportedly on the way. | Marion-Waldo Rd, Marion, OH 43302 | Suspicious Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an inmate at a correctional institution near Marion reported chest pains. Staff responded at upper range near cell (number withheld). | Marion-Williamsport Rd E, Marion, OH 43302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a report of a low hanging wire near the 300 block of David Street in Marion. They contacted the caller and found a phone line hanging about 15 to 16 feet above the ground, still attached and not blocking traffic or pedestrians, and then returned to service. | Davids St, Marion, OH 43302 | Public Hazard |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, city firefighters are dispatched to a location on Clinton Street for a report of an arcing electrical outlet. | Clinton St, Marion, OH 43302 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch requests medical assistance for a man reportedly having a diabetic seizure at a business location, with nurses said to be on the way and arriving upstairs. | Marion-Williamsport Rd E, Marion, OH 43302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a female was reported passed out near Taco Central on North Main Street and is now alert but needs to be checked by medical personnel. | N Main St, Marion, OH 43302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an open-line hang-up call from a phone near East Center Street that may involve an argument, but what was said could not be clearly understood. | E Center St, Marion, OH 43302 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for a possible blood clot in the leg of a 52-year-old female near Carolyn Drive after recent knee surgery. | Carolyn Dr, Marion, OH 43302 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$134,480
Average Rent
$1,425
Vacancy Rate
14.1%
Overview
Oak Knoll is a suburban neighborhood in Marion, Ohio, with mostly older homes built before 1970 and a median home price of $134,480, less expensive than 82.7% of Ohio neighborhoods.
Average rent is $1,425, lower than 57.7% of Ohio neighborhoods, and the vacancy rate is 14.1%, higher than 76.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.
SuburbanManufacturing HubDiverse Languages
Quick Facts
| Population Density | Suburban |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Oak Knoll mainly consists of owner-occupied single-family homes and small apartments, many built between 1940 and 1969 or earlier.
| Owner Occupied | Majority of residences |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Single-family homes and small apartments |
| Housing Age | Many built 1940-1969; some before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Older homes provide a well-established community feel.
Median home price is below most Ohio neighborhoods.
Families & Lifestyle
Oak Knoll has a strong manufacturing and labor workforce with a moderate carpooling community and diverse languages spoken.
Working-Class Community — Nearly half the workforce is in manufacturing and laborer roles.
Diverse Language Use — English, Italian, and Spanish are commonly spoken.
| Manufacturing & Labor Jobs | 49.8% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 15.4% |
Demographics
| Adults Without 4-Year Degree | 93.5% |
|---|---|
| English Speakers | 97.4% |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (18.5%)","English (12.1%)","Irish (10.7%)","Italian (5.7%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone or carpool to work, with many commuting under 15 minutes one-way.
Oak Knoll offers short commute times and a strong driving culture with some carpooling.
Short Commutes — Many residents commute under 15 minutes.
Driving Dominant — Most residents drive alone to work.
| Drive Alone Rate | 76.3% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 15.4% |
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
Homes for sale near 43302
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Oak Knoll?
The median home price is $134,480, less expensive than 82.7% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken in Oak Knoll?
English is most common, with Italian and Spanish also spoken.