Wood County, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 22nd-largest in Ohio
The population of Wood County, Ohio is 131,795 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest county in Ohio. The median household income is $73,124, the median home value is $214,400, and the median age is 35.7.
The population of Wood County has grown 5.7% since 2010 (125,956 → 133,077), a +0.39% annualized rate.
131,795
Population
+0.39%
Annual growth
214
People / sq mi
$73,124
Median Income
$214,400
Median Home Value
Wood County covers 617 sq mi of land at 213.5 people per square mile.
About Wood County, OH
Wood County skews on age — the median resident is 35.7, younger than the national median. Wood County is a county in Ohio with a population of 131,795. It ranks #22 among counties in Ohio by population.
Households take in a median $73,124, comfortably below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 6.1%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $214,400, with typical rent around $950.
About 37.4% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. About 9.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Wood County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Wood County had a population of 125,956 in 2010 and 133,077 in 2024, a 5.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 133,077 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.40%.
133,077
Population (2024)
125,956
Population (2010)
133,077
Peak (2024)
0.40%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 125,956 |
| 2011 | 127,150 |
| 2012 | 128,471 |
| 2013 | 129,073 |
| 2014 | 129,410 |
| 2015 | 129,375 |
| 2016 | 129,888 |
| 2017 | 130,593 |
| 2018 | 130,627 |
| 2019 | 131,089 |
| 2020 | 132,267 |
| 2021 | 130,340 |
| 2022 | 131,821 |
| 2023 | 132,813 |
| 2024 | 133,077 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.9% |
| Black or African American | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
35.7
Median Age
50.5%
Female
49.5%
Male
16.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.7% · Seniors (65+): 16.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $73,124+$3,444 vs state |
| Mean household income | $100,535 |
| Per-capita income | $41,929 |
| Poverty rate | 6.1%-3.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Wood County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.2%
Drive alone
2.7%
Carpool
81.2%
Public transit
9.0%
Work from home
20.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$214,400+$15,200 vs state
Median home value
$950
Median rent
64.6%
Homeownership rate
57,282
Total housing units
94.5%
Occupied
5.5%
Vacant
35.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.9%
With health insurance
96.2%
With broadband internet
17.7%
Foreign-born
6.0%
Veterans (18+)
12.7%
With a disability
94.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
95.2%
High School+
37.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wood County, Ohio has a population of 131,795 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest county in Ohio. Population density is 214 people per square mile.
The population of Wood County has grown 5.7% since 2010 (125,956 → 133,077), a +0.39% annualized rate.
The median household income in Wood County, Ohio is $73,124, with mean (average) household income of $100,535 and per-capita income of $41,929. 6.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Wood County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (87.9%), Black or African American (2.0%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Wood County, Ohio is 35.7 years. Residents are 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
The median home value in Wood County is $214,400 and median monthly rent is $950. 64.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 57,282 total housing units, 5.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Wood County, Ohio is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.
Columbus is among the largest cities associated with Wood County, Ohio, with a population of 906,480.
Wood County, OH Climate
Wood County, OH has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F) and receives about 853 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.8°C
Avg Temp
853
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 24° | 44 mm |
| February | -3° / 27° | 41 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 64 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 78 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 88 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 94 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 96 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 82 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 72 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 57 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 71 mm |
| December | -1° / 29° | 66 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Wood County, OH
The most comfortable months to visit Wood County, OH are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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