Blue Ash
cityBlue Ash, Ohio, is an inner suburb of Cincinnati located in Hamilton County. Known for its blend of corporate environment and community feel, the city has a daytime population that swells to around 40,000 due to its thriving business sector. The city is characterized by well-maintained office parks and residential neighborhoods, offering a high quality of life. Blue Ash's economy is diverse, featuring executive offices, research and development, professional services, and innovative manufacturing. It serves as the region's second-largest employment center, only trailing downtown Cincinnati. Key industries include technology, healthcare, retail, and education. The city is home to numerous successful companies, making it a significant economic hub in the Greater Cincinnati area. Blue Ash distinguishes itself through its history, dating back to its settlement in 1791 and incorporation as a village in 1955 and as a city in 1961. The city's name originates from the blue ash logs used to build the Carpenter's Run Baptist Church in 1797. Today, Blue Ash offers a blend of sophisticated corporate environment and leisure opportunities, making it a desirable place to live and work.
Blue Ash, Ohio
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 39-07300
- Country
- United States
- County
- Hamilton
- Region
- Greater Cincinnati Metropolitan Area
- Elevation
- 810 ft
- Total Area
- 7.6 sq mi
- Land Area
- 7.58 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0.02 sq mi
- Latitude
- 39.24722
- Longitude
- -84.37611
- Climate
- No specific climate summary available.
- Population (2020)
- 13,394
- Est. Population (2026)
- 13,721
- Median Age
- 38.8
- Median Income
- $115,313
- Poverty Rate
- 3.96%
- Family Households
- 66%
- Owner-Occupied
- 66.1%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial makeup of Blue Ash includes approximately 70.51% White, 13.03% Asian, and 8.52% Black or African American. There is also a Hispanic or Latino population comprising about 3.64% of the city.
- Government Type
- Mayor-Council
- Governing Body
- City Council
- School District
- Sycamore Community School District, Princeton City School District (small portion)
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire · Public Works · Parks & Recreation

















- Unemployment Rate
- 4.4%
- Economic Profile
- Residential/suburban · Commercial
- Employment Sectors
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services · Health Care & Social Assistance · Educational Services
- School Districts
- Sycamore Community School District · Princeton City School District
- Colleges & Universities
- University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College
- Transportation
- Interstate 71 · Interstate 275 · Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Fiber/broadband
- Major Facilities
- Hospital
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Summit Park · Blue Ash Recreation Center
- Parks & Trails
- Nature Park · City Parks · Trail Systems
- Founded
- 1791
- Incorporated
- 1955 (Village), 1961 (City)
- Named After
- Blue ash logs used to build Carpenter's Run Baptist Church
- Historical Significance
- Evolved from a rural farming community to a thriving suburban city with a strong corporate presence.
- Key Events
- Settled around 1791 · Carpenter's Run Baptist Church built in 1797 · Cincinnati–Blue Ash Airport operated from 1921 to 2012 · F4 tornado in 1999
