Pekin, OH
Is Pekin a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe12
Medium27
Low41
Other85
18 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved4
Assault3
Other8
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 reported that a red SUV had apparently struck a utility pole and was still against it near a business on Alliance Road. A male at the scene reportedly told the caller to keep driving, and units discussed checking whether it might be a possible hit-skip or a vehicle trying to leave. | Alliance Rd NW, Minerva, OH 44657 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies respond to a possible trespassing and suspicious persons complaint near North Canton Street in Malvern after a caller reported hearing people outside and requested an area check without contact. | N Canton St, Malvern, OH 44644 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a unit is dispatched to a reported lockout near Arrow Road Northwest in Carrollton. The responding unit indicates they are en route. | Arrow Rd NW, Carrollton, OH 44615 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller in Malvern reported possible suspicious persons outside a home near North Canton Street, saying people were talking loudly and may have been on the porch. The caller requested officers check the area but did not want contact. | N Canton St, Malvern, OH 44644 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was conducted near Robertsville Avenue Southeast involving a 59-year-old male with medical issues and a history of aggression toward law enforcement. | Robertsville Ave SE, Minerva, OH 44657 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to check on a family at a home near Leopard Road Northwest in Malvern after a woman reported her almost two-year-old child missing, then said the child was found before the call was disconnected and she could not be reached again. | Leopard Rd NW, Malvern, OH 44644 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Waynesburg Road for a man who has not attended medical treatments for a week and is not answering his phone. | Waynesburg Rd NE, Carrollton, OH 44615 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a traffic complaint near South Market Street and Line Street in Minerva involving a maroon 2022 vehicle that reportedly drove around another car in the intersection, honked repeatedly, and then continued south on Valley. | N Market St & W Line St, Minerva, OH 44657 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a commercial burglar alarm at a bank on Waynesburg Drive Southeast after reports of two alarm activations at the office area. | Waynesburg Dr SE, Waynesburg, OH 44688 | Break-In |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a commercial burglary alarm with two activations at a bank on Waynesburg Drive Southeast in Waynesburg, Ohio. | Waynesburg Dr SE, Waynesburg, OH 44688 | Break-In |
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Median Home Price
$201,878
Average Rent
$1,269
Vacancy Rate
10.4%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Pekin is a rural neighborhood in Minerva, Ohio, with a median home price of $201,878 and average rent of $1,269, both moderate compared to Ohio.
The area has a high vacancy rate of 10.4%, possibly indicating weak demand or new unoccupied housing, and a workforce heavily employed in manufacturing and labor.
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Quick Facts
| Manufacturing Employment | 46.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Pekin's housing consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and mobile homes, mostly owner occupied. Many homes were built between 1970 and 1999, with some older than 1940.
| Housing Age | Many built 1970-1999, some before 1940 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate |
What buyers will notice right away
Higher vacancy rate may affect housing availability and neighborhood dynamics.
Most homes are established but not very old, offering a mix of housing ages.
Families & Lifestyle
Pekin has a lower-middle income population with a significant portion of children living in poverty. The neighborhood has a strong manufacturing workforce and a high rate of English speakers.
Strong manufacturing employment base
Affordable housing options
Short commute times
Working-Class Community — The neighborhood's economy centers on manufacturing and labor occupations.
| Child Poverty Rate | 23.9% |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree Rate | 7.2% |
Demographics
| Bachelor's Degree Rate | 7.2% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| Top Languages | ["English"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German","Irish","English","Italian","Scottish","Croatian"] |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes under 15 minutes, with a high rate of driving alone and some carpooling.
Pekin residents benefit from short commutes and high car usage for work travel.
Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Car Ownership — Most residents drive alone to work.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 42.8% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 77.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.5% |
Homes for sale near 44644
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Pekin?
$201,878, more expensive than 37.4% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the main employment sector?
46.2% of residents work in manufacturing or labor occupations, higher than most US neighborhoods.