Willoughby, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Willoughby, Ohio is 23,934 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 70th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $70,884, the median home value is $206,200, and the median age is 45.5.
The population has grown 8.8% since 2010 (22,259 → 24,208).
23,934
Population
2338
People / sq mi
$70,884
Median Income
$206,200
Median Home Value
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Willoughby covers 10.2 sq mi of land at 2338 people per square mile.
About Willoughby, OH
Willoughby skews on age — the median resident is 45.5, older than the national median. With 23,934 residents, Willoughby is a city in Ohio.
The typical household here earns about $70,884, below the US median of $78,538. About 5.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $206,200, with typical rent around $1,147.
35.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. About 14.9% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Willoughby — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Willoughby city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Willoughby city had a population of 22,259 in 2010 and 24,208 in 2024, a 8.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 24,208 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.61%.
24,208
Population (2024)
22,259
Population (2010)
24,208
Peak (2024)
0.61%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 22,259 |
| 2011 | 22,307 |
| 2012 | 22,330 |
| 2013 | 22,451 |
| 2014 | 22,480 |
| 2015 | 22,649 |
| 2016 | 22,858 |
| 2017 | 22,879 |
| 2018 | 22,952 |
| 2019 | 22,977 |
| 2020 | 23,870 |
| 2021 | 23,843 |
| 2022 | 24,135 |
| 2023 | 24,192 |
| 2024 | 24,208 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.0% |
| Black or African American | 7.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,884
Median Household Income
$43,988
Per Capita Income
5.9%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$206,200
Median Home Value
$1,147
Median Rent
62.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.7%
High School+
35.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
73.3%
Public Transit
14.9%
Work From Home
23.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.9%
Foreign Born
92.8%
Non-English at Home
5.5%
Veterans
15.7%
With Disability
95.5%
Health Insurance
94.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.6% |
| Manufacturing | 18.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.2% |
| Information | 8.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Construction | 4.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Willoughby, Ohio has a population of 23,934 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 70th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Willoughby, Ohio is $70,884, with 5.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Willoughby, Ohio is $206,200, with median monthly rent at $1,147 and a homeownership rate of 62.5%.
The median age in Willoughby, Ohio is 45.5 years. The population is 45.5% male and 54.5% female.
The population has grown 8.8% since 2010 (22,259 → 24,208).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.