Wooster, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
27,012 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,888 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$566 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$732 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
2
Wooster Urban Area
2
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
3
Wooster Urban Area
3
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 25
Feb 2 7 28
Mar 3 6 37
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 2 41
Dec 3 7 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, OH State Senate District 31, OH State House District 77, OH
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Schools

Cornerstone Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Edgewood Middle School
1 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

The College of Wooster
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Wayne County Schools Career Center
5 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Akron Wayne College
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Wooster Community Hospital
<1 miles, N • 5 star
Aultman Orrville Hospital
9 miles, E • 3.2 star
Pomerene Hospital
18 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Akron-Canton Regional Airport
26 miles, E • 1.4 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
87 miles, SW • 1 star
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