Defiance

OH

Defiance County, Ohio

Population 38K |Median income $73,064 |2 hospitals

Population
38,343
Defiance County
Median Income
$73,064
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$163,200
-28% vs avg
Median Age
41.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
38K-1%
Median Income
$73,064+54%
Median Home Value
$163,200+54%
Poverty Rate
10.5%-24%
Unemployment
5.2%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$846/mo
Poverty Rate
10.5% -26% vs avg
Unemployment 5.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 19%
Work From Home 6%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 86.7%
African American 1.7%
Asian 0.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.5%
High Blood Pressure
37.2%
Obesity
35.3%
Physical Inactivity
27.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.2%
Binge Drinking
16.5%
Current Smoking
15.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.3%
Diabetes
13.3%
Current Asthma
10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.4%
Dental Visit 61.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.6%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
PROMEDICA DEFIANCE REGIONAL HOSPITAL
DEFIANCE · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MERCY HEALTH - DEFIANCE HOSPITAL
DEFIANCE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Defiance 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 Defiance, OH? ▼
Defiance, OH has a population of 38,343 people, located in Defiance County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Defiance? ▼
The median household income in Defiance, OH is $73,064 per year. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
What is the median home value in Defiance? ▼
The median home value in Defiance, OH is $163,200. Median rent is $846/month.
What are the top health concerns in Defiance? ▼
The top health indicators in Defiance include Short Sleep Duration (37.5%), High Blood Pressure (37.2%), Obesity (35.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Defiance? ▼
Defiance has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Defiance? ▼
The median age in Defiance, OH is 41.1 years. 19% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Defiance, OH is located in Defiance County, Ohio. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $73,064, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Defiance 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 (Defiance 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.