Ashland

OH

Ashland County, Ohio

Population 52K |Median income $69,860 |1 hospital

Population
52,256
Ashland County
Median Income
$69,860
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$186,800
-18% vs avg
Median Age
41.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
52K-2%
Median Income
$69,860+50%
Median Home Value
$186,800+53%
Poverty Rate
13.3%-18%
Unemployment
3.6%-67%

Economics

Median Rent
$888/mo
Poverty Rate
13.3% -6% vs avg
Unemployment 3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22.6%
Work From Home 6.5%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 94.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 2%
African American 1%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
40.4%
Obesity
38.3%
Short Sleep Duration
33.7%
Physical Inactivity
30.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
18%
Current Smoking
17.7%
Binge Drinking
16.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.7%
Diabetes
13.9%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.4%
Annual Checkup 79.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.2%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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1
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0
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
0
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SAMARITAN MEDICAL CENTER
ASHLAND · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Ashland Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Ashland, OH? ▼
Ashland, OH has a population of 52,256 people, located in Ashland County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Ashland? ▼
The median household income in Ashland, OH is $69,860 per year. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
What is the median home value in Ashland? ▼
The median home value in Ashland, OH is $186,800. Median rent is $888/month.
What are the top health concerns in Ashland? ▼
The top health indicators in Ashland include High Blood Pressure (40.4%), Obesity (38.3%), Short Sleep Duration (33.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Ashland? ▼
Ashland has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Ashland? ▼
The median age in Ashland, OH is 41.2 years. 22.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ashland, OH is located in Ashland County, Ohio. With a population of 52K and a median household income of $69,860, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ashland area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Ashland County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.