Bowling Green

OH

Wood County, Ohio

Population 132K |Median income $74,216 |1 hospital

Population
132,064
Wood County
Median Income
$74,216
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$227,600
Near average
Median Age
36.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
132K+4%
Median Income
$74,216+43%
Median Home Value
$227,600+52%
Poverty Rate
12.2%-17%
Unemployment
4.5%-56%

Economics

Median Rent
$972/mo
Poverty Rate
12.2% -14% vs avg
Unemployment 4.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.5%
Work From Home 10.3%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 87.1%
African American 2.1%
Asian 2.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.4%
Short Sleep Duration
36%
High Blood Pressure
33.1%
Physical Inactivity
22.9%
Binge Drinking
18.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Current Smoking
12.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.2%
Diabetes
10.7%
Current Asthma
10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.2%
Dental Visit 66.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.1%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
WOOD COUNTY HOSPITAL
BOWLING GREEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Bowling Green Area 6

Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
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

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bowling Green, OH? ▼
Bowling Green, OH has a population of 132,064 people, located in Wood County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Bowling Green? ▼
The median household income in Bowling Green, OH is $74,216 per year. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
What is the median home value in Bowling Green? ▼
The median home value in Bowling Green, OH is $227,600. Median rent is $972/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bowling Green? ▼
The top health indicators in Bowling Green include Obesity (37.4%), Short Sleep Duration (36%), High Blood Pressure (33.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Bowling Green? ▼
Bowling Green has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Bowling Green? ▼
The median age in Bowling Green, OH is 36.2 years. 36.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bowling Green, OH is located in Wood County, Ohio. With a population of 132K and a median household income of $74,216, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bowling Green 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 (Wood 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.