Sylvania

OH

Lucas County, Ohio

Population 428K |Median income $62,224 |8 hospitals

Population
428,018
Lucas County
Median Income
$62,224
-8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$163,900
-28% vs avg
Median Age
38.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
428K-3%
Median Income
$62,224+50%
Median Home Value
$163,900+51%
Poverty Rate
17.7%-15%
Unemployment
6.3%-54%

Economics

Median Rent
$934/mo
Poverty Rate
17.7% +25% vs avg
Unemployment 6.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.4%
Work From Home 8.9%
Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 68.2%
African American 19.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 3%
Asian 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.9%
High Blood Pressure
37.2%
Obesity
36.1%
Physical Inactivity
29.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.3%
Current Smoking
16.4%
Binge Drinking
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.6%
Diabetes
14%
Current Asthma
11.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61%
Annual Checkup 80.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
3
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
4
PROMEDICA TOLEDO HOSPITAL
TOLEDO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO MEDICAL CENTER
TOLEDO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MERCY ST VINCENT MEDICAL CENTER
TOLEDO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
BAY PARK COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
OREGON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Sylvania 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 Sylvania, OH? ▼
Sylvania, OH has a population of 428,018 people, located in Lucas County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Sylvania? ▼
The median household income in Sylvania, OH is $62,224 per year. The poverty rate is 17.7%.
What is the median home value in Sylvania? ▼
The median home value in Sylvania, OH is $163,900. Median rent is $934/month.
What are the top health concerns in Sylvania? ▼
The top health indicators in Sylvania include Short Sleep Duration (40.9%), High Blood Pressure (37.2%), Obesity (36.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Sylvania? ▼
Sylvania has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Sylvania? ▼
The median age in Sylvania, OH is 38.5 years. 29.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sylvania, OH is located in Lucas County, Ohio. With a population of 428K and a median household income of $62,224, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sylvania 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 (Lucas 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.