Mineral Ridge Town Center
Is Town Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Mineral Ridge, OH - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe89
Medium133
Low162
Other560
142 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape27
Child involved40
Assault13
Other68
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, a caller driving by reported that a woman was possibly hitting a man outside a residence on Emma Avenue, with two women and one man seen at the location. The caller planned to wait at another nearby address on Emma Avenue to speak with officers. | Emma St, Niles, OH 44446 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a business near South State Street for a reported stabbing involving a 37-year-old man with serious back wounds. | S State St, Girard, OH 44420 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible suspicious man pacing in front of a home near Pepper Street, then the call was canceled after an update that the person was a neighbor inside the residence. | Peffer, Niles, OH 44446 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a client acting violent and disruptive at a location on Russell Avenue. The caller requested both police and an ambulance, and an officer went en route and arrived in the area. | Russell Ave, Niles, OH 44446 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Main Street and Margaret for a reported gold Chevy boat with no registration, based on radio traffic referencing codes 1050 and 1059. | E Margaret Ave & N Main St, Niles, OH 44446 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check the area near North Road and Woodglen Avenue for a reported dirt bike disturbance. | North Rd & Woodglen Ave, Niles, OH 44446 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducts a traffic stop with a vehicle in the parking lot of a GetGo gas station. The officer reports being with the vehicle’s occupant. | Youngstown Warren Rd, Niles, OH 44446 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible shoplifting suspect fleeing from a store in the Great E Plaza area. The male, dressed in all black, reportedly ran toward nearby businesses including a fitness center, where he may now be in a bathroom. Officers are checking the area. | Great E Plaza, Niles, OH 44446 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near a fast food restaurant off Route 422 involving a vehicle with a reported male registered owner. | Youngstown Warren Rd, Niles, OH 44446 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to check on a man reported missing for several days after a family member went to his home near Potomac Avenue, found the garage door open, and got no answer at the residence. | Potomac Ave, Niles, OH 44446 | Missing Person |
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Median Home Price
$106,595
Average Rent
$980
Vacancy Rate
15.8%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Mineral Ridge Town Center is a rural neighborhood in Mineral Ridge, Ohio, known for its affordable housing and high vacancy rate.
Most homes are small to medium single-family and mobile homes built between 1940 and 1999, with a majority owner occupancy.
RuralAffordable HousingHigh VacancyOwner Occupied
Quick Facts
| Drive Alone Commute | 90.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock in Mineral Ridge Town Center is dominated by mobile homes and small to medium single-family homes, with a significant owner occupancy rate.
| Mobile Home Share | 35.0% |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Built 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home prices are well below state and national averages, offering affordable options.
Vacancy rates are high, which may indicate challenges in neighborhood stability.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a strong presence of manufacturing and professional occupations shaping its character.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work in manufacturing, professional, sales, and clerical roles, reflecting a mixed economy.
| Manufacturing & Laborer Jobs | 37.8% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Jobs | 30.5% |
Demographics
| Low Income Neighborhood | |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 20.7% |
| English Speakers | 98.8% |
| Slovak Ancestry | 3.9% |
| Welsh Ancestry | 2.5% |
| Top Ancestries | German (15.3%), Italian (13.7%), English (11.9%), Irish (6.2%), Polish (5.1%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with many enjoying shorter than average commute times.
High drive-alone rates and short commutes suggest car dependency but manageable travel times.
Car Dependency — Most residents rely on private automobiles for commuting.
Short Commutes — A large share of residents have commutes under 30 minutes.
| Drive Alone Rate | 90.0% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Mineral Ridge Town Center?
The median home price is $106,595, which is less expensive than 88.8% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate in this neighborhood?
The vacancy rate is 15.8%, higher than 80.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What are the common ancestries in Mineral Ridge Town Center?
Common ancestries include German, Italian, English, Irish, Polish, Slovak, and Welsh.