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'''Finneytown''' is a [[census-designated place]] (CDP) in [[Springfield Township, Hamilton County, Ohio|Springfield Township]], [[Hamilton County, Ohio|Hamilton County]], in southwest [[Ohio]], United States, just north of [[Cincinnati, Ohio|Cincinnati]]. The population was 12,399 at the [[United States Census 2020|2020 census]]. Finneytown is home to the largest private school in Ohio ([[St. Xavier High School (Cincinnati)|St. Xavier High School]]) and the Cincinnati area's annual Greek Festival (at Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/2017/06/18/cincinnati-chili-greek-church-festival-and-scent-cinnamon/389928001/|title=Maybe we should call it Greek chili|first=Polly|last=Campbell|website=Cincinnati.com}}</ref>
'''Finneytown''' is a [[census-designated place]] (CDP) in [[Springfield Township, Hamilton County, Ohio|Springfield Township]], [[Hamilton County, Ohio|Hamilton County]], in southwest [[Ohio]], United States, just north of [[Cincinnati, Ohio|Cincinnati]]. The population was 12,399 at the [[United States Census 2020|2020 census]]. Finneytown is home to the second largest private school in Ohio ([[St. Xavier High School (Cincinnati)|St. Xavier High School]]) and the Cincinnati area's annual Greek Festival (at Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/2017/06/18/cincinnati-chili-greek-church-festival-and-scent-cinnamon/389928001/|title=Maybe we should call it Greek chili|first=Polly|last=Campbell|website=Cincinnati.com}}</ref>


Finneytown is named for Ebenezer Ward Finney, a Revolutionary War soldier whose burial site is located just south of the current township.<ref name="Finney">{{cite web |title=Ebenezer Ward Finney - American Revolutionary War Veteran Graves on Waymarking.com |url=https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMWKQ_Ebenezer_Ward_Finney |website=www.waymarking.com |publisher=Groundspeak |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref> The land was originally purchased from John Cleves Symmes by Rev. Ebenezer Ward, and given to his grandson Ebenezer Ward Finney.<ref>[http://members.nuvox.net/~zt.jprell/PrellDualDedication/finneytown_history.htm "Finneytown history"], Nuvox.net.</ref>
Finneytown is named for Ebenezer Ward Finney, a Revolutionary War soldier whose burial site is located just south of the current township.<ref name="Finney">{{cite web |title=Ebenezer Ward Finney - American Revolutionary War Veteran Graves on Waymarking.com |url=https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMWKQ_Ebenezer_Ward_Finney |website=www.waymarking.com |publisher=Groundspeak |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref> The land was originally purchased from John Cleves Symmes by Rev. Ebenezer Ward, and given to his grandson Ebenezer Ward Finney.<ref>[http://members.nuvox.net/~zt.jprell/PrellDualDedication/finneytown_history.htm "Finneytown history"], Nuvox.net.</ref>


==History==
==History==
===Founding===
In April 1795, an old preacher named Reverend Ebenezer Ward bought the section of land which included modern day Finneytown from [[John Cleves Symmes]]. Ebenezer Ward became ill and wrote will which designated the land to be inherited by his grandson, Ebenezer Ward Finney (born 1755). At the time the 41-year-old Finney was living in [[Rensselaer County, New York]] and had served in the [[4th New York Regiment]] during the [[American Revolutionary War]]. Once he learned about his inheritance of Rev. Ward's land, Finney traveled to Finneytown to inspect the land. Finneytown at the time was sparsely populated and had one trail that went East-West, known at the time as The North Bend to Carthage Trace (modern day Northbend Road) and an Indian trail that went North-South. Finney sold his old farm and moved into Finneytown with his family in 1800. He set up his farmstead on a hilltop location near the North Bend road and the road to Winton's Plantation, and he also donated a plot of his land for a small church. Ebenezer Ward Finney died in 1822 at the age of 67. One of the original pioneers, Samuel Raymond, moved to Finney's land and built a blacksmith shop, which remained until the 20th century.<ref name="Finney" /><ref name="BeanFTHist">{{cite web |last1=Bean |first1=David |title=History of Finneytown |url=https://finneytown.org/about/history-of-finneytown/ |website=Finneytown Local School District |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref>
In April 1795, an old preacher named Reverend Ebenezer Ward bought the section of land which included modern day Finneytown from [[John Cleves Symmes]]. Ebenezer Ward became ill and wrote a will which designated the land to be inherited by his grandson, Ebenezer Ward Finney (born 1755). At the time the 41-year-old Finney was living in [[Rensselaer County, New York]] and had served in the [[4th New York Regiment]] during the [[American Revolutionary War]]. Once he learned about his inheritance of Rev. Ward's land, Finney traveled to Finneytown to inspect the land. Finneytown at the time was sparsely populated and had one trail that went East-West, known at the time as The North Bend to Carthage Trace (modern day Northbend Road) and an Indian trail that went North-South. Finney sold his old farm and moved into Finneytown with his family in 1800. He set up his farmstead on a hilltop location near the North Bend road and the road to Winton's Plantation, and he also donated a plot of his land for a small church. Ebenezer Ward Finney died in 1822 at the age of 67. One of the original pioneers, Samuel Raymond, moved to Finney's land and built a blacksmith shop, which remained until the 20th century.<ref name="Finney" /><ref name="BeanFTHist">{{cite web |last1=Bean |first1=David |title=History of Finneytown |url=https://finneytown.org/about/history-of-finneytown/ |website=Finneytown Local School District |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref>

===Suburbanization===
In the 20th century, Finneytown experienced growth as it transitioned from a [[rural area]] to a [[suburb]]. 1905 saw the founding of Special District School #10 to meet the demand for education, which was finished in 1915. Additionally, the early 20th century saw the introduction of automobiles to Finneytown, which resulted in the paving of the area's dirt roads. Winton Road, one of the area's main streets, was among the first to be paved in 1926.
After the [[Second World War]], Finneytown saw a population boom as the school age population increased by 368% between 1948 and 1958. Farms were replaced by suburban housing and shopping centers. This population growth occurred at the same time a requirement for K-12 programs was introduced, which led to the founding of the [[Finneytown Secondary Campus]] in 1958. This was followed by the construction of Cottonwood Elementary in 1962 and Brent Elementary in 1964. In 2010, Cottonwood Elementary was demolished due to the difficulty of maintenance, and a new elementary school, Finneytown Elementary, was built in 2022 to replace Brent.<ref name="frschoolhist">{{cite web |last1=Noe |first1=Terri |title=History of Finneytown Schools |url=https://finneytown.org/history-of-finneytown-schools/ |website=Finneytown Local School District |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref><ref name="BeanFTHist" /><ref name="springfieldHIST">{{cite web |last1=Bean |first1=Dave |title=History of Springfield Township |url=https://www.springfieldtwp.org/354/History |website=www.springfieldtwp.org |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref><ref name="ftelementary">{{cite web |last1=Mitchell |first1=Madeline |title=Finneytown schools unveils name of its newest building opening in spring 2022 |url=https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2021/04/11/finneytown-local-school-district-reveals-name-new-elementary-school/7156836002/ |website=The Enquirer |publisher=Cincinnati.com |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref>


In the 20th century, Finneytown saw a huge amount of growth as it transitioned from a [[rural area]] to a [[suburb]]. 1905 saw the creation of the Special District School #10, and a building was built in 1915 with two rooms, a gym/auditorium, and a basement lunchroom to fill the demand for education. The early 20th century saw an introduction of automobiles to Finneytown, which created a demand of the development of the roads from dirt roads. This led to the pavement of the roads, with Winton Road, one of the main streets of Finneytown, being paved in 1926. Whitaker Elementary, named after Telford Whitaker, who was a teacher, principal, and superintendent in Finneytown from 1930 to 1965. Whitaker Elementary served initially 1st-8th grades. After the [[Second World War]], Finneytown saw a population boom as the school age population increased by 368% between 1948 and 1958. Farms were replaced by suburbs, shopping centers, and new shops. This population growth and a new requirement from the state for school districts to have a K-12 program, led to the foundation of the [[Finneytown Secondary Campus]] in 1958. This was quickly followed by the construction of Cottonwood Elementary in 1962 and Brent Elementary in 1964. The schools would be continuously expanded in the subsequent years. In 2010, Cottonwood Elementary was demolished due to difficulty of maintenance, and a new Elementary school, Finneytown Elementary, was built in 2022 to replace Brent.<ref name="frschoolhist">{{cite web |last1=Noe |first1=Terri |title=History of Finneytown Schools |url=https://finneytown.org/history-of-finneytown-schools/ |website=Finneytown Local School District |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref><ref name="BeanFTHist" /><ref name="springfieldHIST">{{cite web |last1=Bean |first1=Dave |title=History of Springfield Township |url=https://www.springfieldtwp.org/354/History |website=www.springfieldtwp.org |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref><ref name="ftelementary">{{cite web |last1=Mitchell |first1=Madeline |title=Finneytown schools unveils name of its newest building opening in spring 2022 |url=https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2021/04/11/finneytown-local-school-district-reveals-name-new-elementary-school/7156836002/ |website=The Enquirer |publisher=Cincinnati.com |access-date=3 April 2023}}</ref>
==Geography==
==Geography==
Finneytown is located at {{coord|39|13|1|N|84|31|17|W|type:city}} (39.217059, -84.521513).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref>


According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the CDP has a total area of {{convert|4.0|sqmi|km2}}, all land.
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the CDP has a total area of {{convert|4.0|sqmi|km2}}, all land.
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===2020 census===
As of the census of 2020, there were 12,399 people living in the CDP, for a population density of 3,110.64 people per square mile (1,201.00/km<sup>2</sup>). There were 5,105 housing units. The racial makeup of the CDP was 50.4% [[Race (United States Census)|White]], 37.1% [[Race (United States Census)|Black]] or [[Race (United States Census)|African American]], 0.3% [[Race (United States Census)|Native American]], 4.8% [[Race (United States Census)|Asian]], 0.0% [[Race (United States Census)|Pacific Islander]], 1.6% from [[Race (United States Census)|some other race]], and 5.8% from two or more races. 2.9% of the population were [[Race (United States Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Race (United States Census)|Latino]] of any race.<ref name="2020 census">{{cite web |title=Finneytown CDP, Ohio - Census Bureau Profile |url=https://data.census.gov/profile/Finneytown_CDP,_Ohio?g=160XX00US3927104 |publisher=United States Census Bureau |access-date=12 November 2023}}</ref>

There were 5,346 households, out of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 14.6% had a male householder with no spouse present, and 31.0% had a female householder with no spouse present. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% were someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48, and the average family size was 2.95.<ref name="2020 census"/>

21.1% of the CDP's population were under the age of 18, 61.2% were 18 to 64, and 17.7% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47.2. For every 100 females, there were 93.5 males.<ref name="2020 census"/>

According to the U.S. Census [[American Community Survey]], for the period 2016-2020 the estimated median annual income for a household in the CDP was $73,196, and the median income for a family was $75,196. About 7.4% of the population were living below the [[poverty line]], including 17.4% of those under age 18 and 2.9% of those age 65 or over. About 62.5% of the population were employed, and 35.1% had a bachelor's degree or higher.<ref name="2020 census"/>

===2010 census===
===2010 census===
The population was 12,741 at the [[United States Census 2010|U.S. 2010 census]], in 5,294 housing units. The racial makeup of the CDP was 61.7% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 33.7% [[Black (U.S. Census)|Black]], 1.9% [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]], with others 1% or less.<ref name="UScen">"Finneytown CDP Quickfacts from US Census Bureau", 2012, web:[http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/39/3927104 Cgov4].</ref>
The population was 12,741 at the [[United States Census 2010|U.S. 2010 census]], in 5,294 housing units. The racial makeup of the CDP was 61.7% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 33.7% [[Black (U.S. Census)|Black]], 1.9% [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]], with others 1% or less.<ref name="UScen">"Finneytown CDP Quickfacts from US Census Bureau", 2012, web:[http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/39/3927104 Cgov4].</ref>


===2000 census===
===2000 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 13,492 people, 5,194 households, and 3,807 families residing in the CDP. The [[population density]] was 3,382.8 people per square mile (1,305.6/km<sup>2</sup>). There were 5,336 housing units at an average density of 1,337.9/sq mi (516.4/km<sup>2</sup>). The racial makeup was 72.95% [[Race (U.S. Census)|White]], 23.83% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.16% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 1.10% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.01% [[Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.45% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.48% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.80% of the population.
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 13,492 people, 5,194 households, and 3,807 families residing in the CDP. The population density was {{convert|3,382.8|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 5,336 housing units at an average density of 1,337.9/sq mi (516.4/km<sup>2</sup>). The racial makeup was 72.95% [[Race (U.S. Census)|White]], 23.83% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.16% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 1.10% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.01% [[Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.45% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.48% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.80% of the population.


There were 5,194 households, out of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 14.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 23.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.04.
There were 5,194 households, out of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 14.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 23.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.04.
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The median income for a household in the CDP was $52,219, and the median income for a family had been $58,393. Males had a median income of $41,932 versus $31,250 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the CDP was $25,355. About 4.3% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 7.5% of those under age 18 and 4.1% of those age 65 or over.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $52,219, and the median income for a family had been $58,393. Males had a median income of $41,932 versus $31,250 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the CDP was $25,355. About 4.3% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 7.5% of those under age 18 and 4.1% of those age 65 or over.

==Culture==
[[File:Panegyri greek festival Cincinnati.jpg|right|thumb|Panegyri Greek Festival in 2008]]
Finneytown is the home of the annual Panegyri Greek Festival,<ref>{{cite web | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=Sh4DAAAAMBAJ&q=downtown+cincinnati&pg=PA26 | title=Arts & Attractions | publisher=Cincinnati Magazine | work=Cincinnati USA City Guide | year=2007 | access-date=2013-05-06 | author=Smith, Steve | pages=26|display-authors=etal}}</ref> one of the largest annual ethnic food celebrations in the Cincinnati area.<ref>{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=B6mh0iOdtWYC&q=cincinnati+chili&pg=PA13 | title=The Authentic History of Cincinnati Chili | publisher=The History Press | date=Apr 16, 2013 | access-date=2013-05-18 | author=Woellert, Dann | pages=13| isbn=9781609499921 }}</ref> The Holy Trinity-Saint Nicholas [[Greek Orthodox Church]] started the yearly festival in 1975. It has included authentic Greek food, music, dancing, and an art show. The festival has been held in June in recent years.


==Education==
==Education==
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There are four private schools within Finneytown:
There are four private schools within Finneytown:
* John Paul II (K-8)
* John Paul II (K-8)
* St Vivians (K-8)
* [https://mystvivian.org St Vivians (K-8)]
* Central Baptist (K-8)
* Central Baptist (K-8)
* [[St. Xavier High School (Hamilton County, Ohio)|St Xavier High School]] (9-12)
* [[St. Xavier High School (Hamilton County, Ohio)|St Xavier High School]] (9-12)
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Finneytown is also home to the [[Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ccms.edu/history/|title=History - CCMS|website=Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science|at=Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science|access-date=2018-11-15}}</ref>
Finneytown is also home to the [[Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ccms.edu/history/|title=History - CCMS|website=Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science|at=Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science|access-date=2018-11-15}}</ref>

==Culture==
[[File:Panegyri greek festival Cincinnati.jpg|right|thumb|Panegyri Greek Festival in 2008]]
Finneytown is the home of the annual Panegyri Greek Festival,<ref>{{cite web | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=Sh4DAAAAMBAJ&q=downtown+cincinnati&pg=PA26 | title=Arts & Attractions | publisher=Cincinnati Magazine | work=Cincinnati USA City Guide | year=2007 | access-date=2013-05-06 | author=Smith, Steve | pages=26|display-authors=etal}}</ref> one of the largest annual ethnic food celebrations in the Cincinnati area.<ref>{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=B6mh0iOdtWYC&q=cincinnati+chili&pg=PA13 | title=The Authentic History of Cincinnati Chili | publisher=The History Press | date=Apr 16, 2013 | access-date=2013-05-18 | author=Woellert, Dann | pages=13| isbn=9781609499921 }}</ref> The Holy Trinity-Saint Nicholas [[Greek Orthodox Church]] started the yearly festival in 1975. It has included authentic Greek food, music, dancing, and an art show. The festival has been held during June in recent years.


==In popular culture==
==In popular culture==
* [[Pringles]] potato crisps were named after Pringle Drive, a street in Finneytown.<ref>[http://www.pg.com/en_CA/product_card/bf_pringles.shtml BF Pringles], PG.com, 2012.</ref>
* [[Pringles]] potato chips were named after Pringle Drive, a street in Finneytown.<ref>[http://www.pg.com/en_CA/product_card/bf_pringles.shtml BF Pringles], PG.com, 2012.</ref>
*Goat, a movie starring Nick Jonas started being filmed on May 4, 2015 in Finneytown.<ref>{{Citation|last=LOCAL 12|title="Goat" begins filming in local neighborhood|date=2015-05-05|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KN_amsYApAs| archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211211/KN_amsYApAs| archive-date=2021-12-11 | url-status=live|access-date=2019-02-20}}{{cbignore}}</ref>
*[[Goat (2016 film)|Goat]], a movie starring Nick Jonas started being filmed on May 4, 2015 in Finneytown.<ref>{{Citation|last=LOCAL 12|title="Goat" begins filming in local neighborhood|date=2015-05-05|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KN_amsYApAs| archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211211/KN_amsYApAs| archive-date=2021-12-11 | url-status=live|access-date=2019-02-20}}{{cbignore}}</ref>


==Notable people==
==Notable people==
* [[Darius Bazley]], professional basketball player
* [[Darius Bazley]], basketball player
* [[Amanda Borden]], [[1996 Summer Olympics|1996 Olympic]] [[gold medal]]list in [[gymnastics]]
* [[Amanda Borden]], [[1996 Summer Olympics|1996 Olympic]] [[gold medal]]list in [[gymnastics]]
* [[Donavon Clark]], football player
* [[Charley Harper]], artist
* [[Charley Harper]], artist
* [[Joe Hudepohl]], [[1992 Summer Olympics|1992]] and 1996 Olympic gold medalist in [[swimming (sport)|swimming]]
* [[Joe Hudepohl]], [[1992 Summer Olympics|1992]] and 1996 Olympic gold medalist in [[swimming (sport)|swimming]]
* [[Jeffrey R. Immelt]], chairman of the board and chief executive officer of [[General Electric]]
* [[Jeffrey R. Immelt]], businessman
* [[Justin Jeffre]], member of the band [[98 Degrees]]
* [[Justin Jeffre]], member of the band [[98 Degrees]]
* [[James Michael Lafferty]], businessman
* [[James Michael Lafferty]], CEO of Fine Hygienic Holding; former regional CEO of Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola and British-American Tobacco. Olympic Track and Field coach
* [[Marco Marsan]], author
* [[Marco Marsan]], author
* [[Mark Trueblood]], engineer and astronomer
* [[Donavon Clark]], Football Player


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 03:45, 7 November 2024

Finneytown, Ohio
Residential area in Finneytown
Residential area in Finneytown
Location in Hamilton County and the state of Ohio
Location in Hamilton County and the state of Ohio
Coordinates: 39°12′49″N 84°30′00″W / 39.21361°N 84.50000°W / 39.21361; -84.50000
CountryUnited States
StateOhio
CountyHamilton
Area
 • Total
3.99 sq mi (10.32 km2)
 • Land3.99 sq mi (10.32 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation840 ft (260 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total
12,399
 • Density3,110.64/sq mi (1,201.00/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP codes
45224, 45231
Area code513
FIPS code39-27104[3]
GNIS feature ID2392997[2]

Finneytown is a census-designated place (CDP) in Springfield Township, Hamilton County, in southwest Ohio, United States, just north of Cincinnati. The population was 12,399 at the 2020 census. Finneytown is home to the second largest private school in Ohio (St. Xavier High School) and the Cincinnati area's annual Greek Festival (at Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church).[4]

Finneytown is named for Ebenezer Ward Finney, a Revolutionary War soldier whose burial site is located just south of the current township.[5] The land was originally purchased from John Cleves Symmes by Rev. Ebenezer Ward, and given to his grandson Ebenezer Ward Finney.[6]

History

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Founding

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In April 1795, an old preacher named Reverend Ebenezer Ward bought the section of land which included modern day Finneytown from John Cleves Symmes. Ebenezer Ward became ill and wrote a will which designated the land to be inherited by his grandson, Ebenezer Ward Finney (born 1755). At the time the 41-year-old Finney was living in Rensselaer County, New York and had served in the 4th New York Regiment during the American Revolutionary War. Once he learned about his inheritance of Rev. Ward's land, Finney traveled to Finneytown to inspect the land. Finneytown at the time was sparsely populated and had one trail that went East-West, known at the time as The North Bend to Carthage Trace (modern day Northbend Road) and an Indian trail that went North-South. Finney sold his old farm and moved into Finneytown with his family in 1800. He set up his farmstead on a hilltop location near the North Bend road and the road to Winton's Plantation, and he also donated a plot of his land for a small church. Ebenezer Ward Finney died in 1822 at the age of 67. One of the original pioneers, Samuel Raymond, moved to Finney's land and built a blacksmith shop, which remained until the 20th century.[5][7]

Suburbanization

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In the 20th century, Finneytown experienced growth as it transitioned from a rural area to a suburb. 1905 saw the founding of Special District School #10 to meet the demand for education, which was finished in 1915. Additionally, the early 20th century saw the introduction of automobiles to Finneytown, which resulted in the paving of the area's dirt roads. Winton Road, one of the area's main streets, was among the first to be paved in 1926.

After the Second World War, Finneytown saw a population boom as the school age population increased by 368% between 1948 and 1958. Farms were replaced by suburban housing and shopping centers. This population growth occurred at the same time a requirement for K-12 programs was introduced, which led to the founding of the Finneytown Secondary Campus in 1958. This was followed by the construction of Cottonwood Elementary in 1962 and Brent Elementary in 1964. In 2010, Cottonwood Elementary was demolished due to the difficulty of maintenance, and a new elementary school, Finneytown Elementary, was built in 2022 to replace Brent.[8][7][9][10]

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.0 square miles (10 km2), all land.

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note
202012,399
U.S. Decennial Census[11]

2020 census

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As of the census of 2020, there were 12,399 people living in the CDP, for a population density of 3,110.64 people per square mile (1,201.00/km2). There were 5,105 housing units. The racial makeup of the CDP was 50.4% White, 37.1% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 4.8% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 1.6% from some other race, and 5.8% from two or more races. 2.9% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.[12]

There were 5,346 households, out of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 14.6% had a male householder with no spouse present, and 31.0% had a female householder with no spouse present. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% were someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48, and the average family size was 2.95.[12]

21.1% of the CDP's population were under the age of 18, 61.2% were 18 to 64, and 17.7% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47.2. For every 100 females, there were 93.5 males.[12]

According to the U.S. Census American Community Survey, for the period 2016-2020 the estimated median annual income for a household in the CDP was $73,196, and the median income for a family was $75,196. About 7.4% of the population were living below the poverty line, including 17.4% of those under age 18 and 2.9% of those age 65 or over. About 62.5% of the population were employed, and 35.1% had a bachelor's degree or higher.[12]

2010 census

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The population was 12,741 at the U.S. 2010 census, in 5,294 housing units. The racial makeup of the CDP was 61.7% White, 33.7% Black, 1.9% Hispanic, with others 1% or less.[13]

2000 census

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As of the census[3] of 2000, there were 13,492 people, 5,194 households, and 3,807 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 3,382.8 inhabitants per square mile (1,306.1/km2). There were 5,336 housing units at an average density of 1,337.9/sq mi (516.4/km2). The racial makeup was 72.95% White, 23.83% African American, 0.16% Native American, 1.10% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.45% from other races, and 1.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.80% of the population.

There were 5,194 households, out of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 14.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 23.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.04.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 22.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.3 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $52,219, and the median income for a family had been $58,393. Males had a median income of $41,932 versus $31,250 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $25,355. About 4.3% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.5% of those under age 18 and 4.1% of those age 65 or over.

Culture

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Panegyri Greek Festival in 2008

Finneytown is the home of the annual Panegyri Greek Festival,[14] one of the largest annual ethnic food celebrations in the Cincinnati area.[15] The Holy Trinity-Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church started the yearly festival in 1975. It has included authentic Greek food, music, dancing, and an art show. The festival has been held in June in recent years.

Education

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Public School District

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The Finneytown Local School District serves the neighborhood and surrounding area. The district has 2 schools that are divided by grades.[16] They include: Finneytown Elementary (K-6) and the Junior/Senior High or Secondary Campus (7-12).[16]

Private Schools

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There are four private schools within Finneytown:

As of 2016, St. Xavier is the largest private school in Ohio.[17]

Finneytown is also home to the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science.[18]

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  • Pringles potato chips were named after Pringle Drive, a street in Finneytown.[19]
  • Goat, a movie starring Nick Jonas started being filmed on May 4, 2015 in Finneytown.[20]

Notable people

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References

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  1. ^ "ArcGIS REST Services Directory". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 20, 2022.
  2. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Finneytown, Ohio
  3. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  4. ^ Campbell, Polly. "Maybe we should call it Greek chili". Cincinnati.com.
  5. ^ a b "Ebenezer Ward Finney - American Revolutionary War Veteran Graves on Waymarking.com". www.waymarking.com. Groundspeak. Retrieved April 3, 2023.
  6. ^ "Finneytown history", Nuvox.net.
  7. ^ a b Bean, David. "History of Finneytown". Finneytown Local School District. Retrieved April 3, 2023.
  8. ^ Noe, Terri. "History of Finneytown Schools". Finneytown Local School District. Retrieved April 3, 2023.
  9. ^ Bean, Dave. "History of Springfield Township". www.springfieldtwp.org. Retrieved April 3, 2023.
  10. ^ Mitchell, Madeline. "Finneytown schools unveils name of its newest building opening in spring 2022". The Enquirer. Cincinnati.com. Retrieved April 3, 2023.
  11. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2016.
  12. ^ a b c d "Finneytown CDP, Ohio - Census Bureau Profile". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved November 12, 2023.
  13. ^ "Finneytown CDP Quickfacts from US Census Bureau", 2012, web:Cgov4.
  14. ^ Smith, Steve; et al. (2007). "Arts & Attractions". Cincinnati USA City Guide. Cincinnati Magazine. p. 26. Retrieved May 6, 2013.
  15. ^ Woellert, Dann (April 16, 2013). The Authentic History of Cincinnati Chili. The History Press. p. 13. ISBN 9781609499921. Retrieved May 18, 2013.
  16. ^ a b "About Finneytown Local Schools", Finneytown.org, 2012, webpage: FTown-about.
  17. ^ "Fall Enrollment (Headcount) - October 2016 Public Districts and Buildings" (Excel). Ohio Department of Education. April 18, 2016. Retrieved October 3, 2016. The table lists Westland High School as the 56th-largest public school building, with a headcount of 1,610. As discussed above, St. Xavier is the largest non-public school with an ADM of 1,610 students, putting it at number 56, safely within the top 100. Note that ODE does not report headcount for grades with 1–9 students; for each of these entries, nine students is assumed. ODE does not consider the headcount metric to be equivalent to ADM.
  18. ^ "History - CCMS". Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Retrieved November 15, 2018.
  19. ^ BF Pringles, PG.com, 2012.
  20. ^ LOCAL 12 (May 5, 2015), "Goat" begins filming in local neighborhood, archived from the original on December 11, 2021, retrieved February 20, 2019{{citation}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
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