Wooster

Wayne County, Ohio

Population 117K |Median income $73,574 |2 hospitals

Population

116,588

Wayne County

Median Income

$73,574

+8% vs avg

Median Home Value

$222,100

Near average

Median Age

38.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

117K+2%

Median Income

$73,574+50%

Median Home Value

$222,100+64%

Poverty Rate

9.4%-24%

Unemployment

3.3%-51%

Economics

Median Rent

$881/mo

Poverty Rate

9.4% -34% vs avg

Unemployment 3.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 25.1%

Work From Home 8.3%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 93.3%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.8%

African American 1.2%

Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

37.5%

High Blood Pressure

37.1%

Short Sleep Duration

32.7%

Physical Inactivity

27.3%

Binge Drinking

18%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.8%

Current Smoking

16.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.4%

Diabetes

12.9%

Current Asthma

11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.6%

Dental Visit 63.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.6%

Stroke

3.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

WOOSTER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

WOOSTER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Wooster 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 Wooster, OH? ▼

Wooster, OH has a population of 116,588 people, located in Wayne County, Ohio.

What is the median household income in Wooster? ▼

The median household income in Wooster, OH is $73,574 per year. The poverty rate is 9.4%.

What is the median home value in Wooster? ▼

The median home value in Wooster, OH is $222,100. Median rent is $881/month.

What are the top health concerns in Wooster? ▼

The top health indicators in Wooster include Obesity (37.5%), High Blood Pressure (37.1%), Short Sleep Duration (32.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Wooster? ▼

Wooster has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Wooster? ▼

The median age in Wooster, OH is 38.9 years. 25.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Wooster, OH is located in Wayne County, Ohio. With a population of 117K and a median household income of $73,574, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Wooster 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 (Wayne 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.