Where is Kettering, Ohio, USA?

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Where is Kettering Located? - Kettering is a city located in the Greene, Montgomery County of Ohio, United States. Kettering lies between 42.0986867 Degrees North latitudes and 75.9179738 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Kettering, Ohio

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Where is Kettering?: The Google Map showing the location of Kettering in the U.S. state of Ohio.

Where is Kettering Located?

Kettering is a city located in the Greene,Montgomery County of Ohio, United States. Kettering lies between 42.0986867 Degrees North latitudes and 75.9179738 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Kettering city is 57862 people and the city has a total area of 18.69 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Kettering, Ohio Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityKettering
CountyMontgomery County
StateOhio
State CapitalColumbus
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude39.6895° N
Longitude84.1688° W
Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Land Area18.72 sq mi
Water Area0.05 sq mi
Total Area18.77 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)57,862 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 3,091 per sq mi
ZIP Code(s)45409, 45419, 45420, 45429, 45432, 45440
Area Code(s)937
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code39-40054
Congressional DistrictOhio's 10th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Kettering, Ohio

  • Dayton, Ohio - North - 5 mi
  • Oakwood, Ohio - Northwest - 2 mi
  • Beavercreek, Ohio - East - 8 mi
  • Centerville, Ohio - South - 6 mi
  • Moraine, Ohio - West - 7 mi
  • Bellbrook, Ohio - Southeast - 8 mi
  • West Carrollton, Ohio - Southwest - 8 mi
  • Fairborn, Ohio - Northeast - 11 mi
  • Xenia, Ohio - East - 15 mi
  • Springboro, Ohio - South - 16 mi

Driving Distances from Kettering, Ohio

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
OakwoodOhio25 minutes
DaytonOhio510 minutes
CentervilleOhio612 minutes
MoraineOhio715 minutes
BeavercreekOhio815 minutes
BellbrookOhio815 minutes
West CarrolltonOhio815 minutes
FairbornOhio1120 minutes
XeniaOhio1525 minutes
SpringboroOhio1625 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Kettering, Ohio

TransportationDetails
Airport NameDayton International Airport
IATA CodeDAY
PortNo commercial seaport; inland city
Major HighwaysInterstate 675, U.S. Route 35, State Route 48, State Route 741
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station is in Cincinnati
Local Bus/Transit ServiceGreater Dayton RTA bus service
  • Interstate 675 and U.S. Route 35 provide convenient access to Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati.
  • Dayton International Airport offers commercial flights to major U.S. destinations and is about 20 miles northwest of Kettering.
  • Greater Dayton RTA operates local and regional bus routes serving Kettering and surrounding communities.
  • Well-developed cycling trails and pedestrian paths connect the city with the Miami Valley regional trail network.
  • Kettering is an important residential, healthcare, and commercial suburb within the Dayton metropolitan area.

What are top Places to Visit in Kettering, Ohio

Landmark NameType
Fraze PavilionOutdoor Amphitheater
Hills & Dales MetroParkMetro Park
The Greene Town CenterShopping & Entertainment District
Indian Riffle ParkCommunity Park
Adventure Reef Water ParkWater Park
Kettering Recreation ComplexSports & Recreation Center
Woodland Cemetery & ArboretumHistoric Cemetery
Carillon Historical ParkHistory Museum
Cox Arboretum MetroParkBotanical Garden
National Museum of the U.S. Air ForceAviation Museum

Colleges and Universities in Kettering, Ohio

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Kettering CollegePrivateCollegeNursing, allied health, and healthcare education
University of DaytonPrivateUniversityEngineering, business, law, and liberal arts
Wright State UniversityPublicUniversityResearch, engineering, medicine, and business
Sinclair Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, and transfer programs
Central State UniversityPublicUniversityLiberal arts, education, agriculture, and business

Waterbodies in Kettering, Ohio

Little Beaver Creek, Holes Creek, Stillwater River (regional), Great Miami River, Mad River, Eastwood Lake, Delco Park Pond, Twin Creek.

Golf Courses in Kettering, Ohio

Community Golf Club, NCR Country Club, Dayton Country Club, Yankee Trace Golf Club, Pipestone Golf Club, Cassel Hills Golf Course.

Kettering, Ohio — Key Historical Facts

  • Kettering developed during the early twentieth century as a suburban community south of Dayton, benefiting from the region's rapid industrial growth.
  • The community was originally known as Van Buren Township before incorporating as the Village of Kettering in 1952.
  • Kettering was named in honor of inventor and industrialist Charles F. Kettering, whose innovations significantly influenced the Dayton area.
  • The city officially became Kettering in 1955 and has since grown into one of Ohio's largest suburban municipalities.
  • Today, Kettering is recognized for its excellent parks, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, performing arts venues, and strong quality of life.

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