Northwood, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,195 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,332 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$168,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$614 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$777 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wood County
1
Toledo Metro Area
4
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wood County
2
Toledo Metro Area
4
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 9 25
Feb 2 7 28
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 2 1 48
May 4 0 60
Jun 3 0 70
Jul 2 0 74
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 7 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, OH State Senate District 2, OH State House District 44, OH
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Schools

Northwood Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Northwood High School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Cardinal Stritch High School
2 miles, NE • 5 star
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Colleges

Owens Community College
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Mercy College of Ohio
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Bay Park Community Hospital
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Mercy Health-St Charles Hospital
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
Mercy St Vincent Medical Center
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Toledo Express Airport
17 miles, W • 1 star
Bishop International Airport
95 miles, N • 1.4 star
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