Wilmington, OH

Ohio

Wilmington is a small city in Ohio with a population of 12,637. Residents earn $52,661 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
12,637 Population 977/sq mi density
$52,661 Median Income $28,874 per capita
$162,700 Home Value $262,451 Zillow
$925 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
153 Violent Crime/100K 5,074 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$52,661 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$162,700 home value, $925/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
153 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,661
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,700
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 153/100K
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

How Wilmington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,637
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density977/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,661
Per Capita$28,874
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$3,130M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,700
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$262,451

Crime

F
Violent153/100K
Property5,074/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault88/100K
Burglary401/100K

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation1,045 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute18 min
EV Stations12
Libraries5

Is Wilmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilmington receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wilmington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilmington is $52,661, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilmington is $162,700, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wilmington is below the national average at 153 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,074 per 100,000, 159% above the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilmington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 26.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wilmington has a population of 12,637 with a density of 977 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 5% Black.

Population

12,637
Total Population
977
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
12.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilmington is $52,661, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Wilmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,661
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,874
Avg Weekly Wage$1,211
IRS Avg AGI$68,873

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)965
County GDP$3,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare74
Retail127
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilmington is $162,700, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,451.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,700
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$262,451
Median List Price$235,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$235,000
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops35.1%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Wilmington, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wilmington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death12,168/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities74
Wilmington has a violent crime rate of 153 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,074 per 100,000 (159% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Wilmington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent152.6/100K
60% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape32.1/100K
Robbery32.1/100K
Assault88.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,074.3/100K
159% above US avg
Burglary401.5/100K
Theft4,624.7/100K
Vehicle Theft48.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wilmington has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall26.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,045 ft (319 m)
Area12.9 sq mi (33.5 km²)
Population Density977/sq mi
Coordinates39.4291°N, 83.8162°W
County FIPS39027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density977/sq mi
Total Area12.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations12
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants70
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

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