Van Wert

Van Wert County, Ohio

Population 29K |Median income $67,917 |2 hospitals

Population

28,826

Van Wert County

Median Income

$67,917

Near average

Median Home Value

$152,000

-33% vs avg

Median Age

41.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

29K+0%

Median Income

$67,917+50%

Median Home Value

$152,000+72%

Poverty Rate

9%-28%

Unemployment

3.4%-68%

Economics

Median Rent

$782/mo

Poverty Rate

9% -37% vs avg

Unemployment 3.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 17.1%

Work From Home 4.5%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 93%

Two or More Ethnicities 2%

African American 0.5%

Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

38.8%

Obesity

37.3%

Short Sleep Duration

35.6%

Physical Inactivity

29.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.8%

Binge Drinking

16.6%

Current Smoking

16.5%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.4%

Diabetes

13.2%

Current Asthma

10.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.4%

Annual Checkup 79.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.8%

Stroke

3.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

VAN WERT COUNTY HOSPITAL

VAN WERT · Acute Care Hospitals

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Van Wert 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 Van Wert, OH? ▼

Van Wert, OH has a population of 28,826 people, located in Van Wert County, Ohio.

What is the median household income in Van Wert? ▼

The median household income in Van Wert, OH is $67,917 per year. The poverty rate is 9%.

What is the median home value in Van Wert? ▼

The median home value in Van Wert, OH is $152,000. Median rent is $782/month.

What are the top health concerns in Van Wert? ▼

The top health indicators in Van Wert include High Blood Pressure (38.8%), Obesity (37.3%), Short Sleep Duration (35.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Van Wert? ▼

Van Wert has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Van Wert? ▼

The median age in Van Wert, OH is 41.6 years. 17.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Van Wert, OH is located in Van Wert County, Ohio. With a population of 29K and a median household income of $67,917, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Van Wert 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 (Van Wert 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.