Nestled in west Ohio, Eaton is a small, accessible suburb nearing the Ohio-Indiana state line. This city provides easy access to Interstate 70, US-35, and US-127. Many residents of Eaton travel into the city of Dayton for work, located only 25 miles east of town. Dayton is home to the Dayton Art Institute, RiverScape MetroPark, and 2nd Street Market.

The city of Eaton offers public schools, small businesses, supermarkets, local restaurants, and community parks and green spaces like Eaton Country Club and Preble County Fairgrounds. Residents of Eaton can also easily get into Cincinnati and Indianapolis for a weekend getaway.