Wooster, OH

Ohio · Wayne County

Wooster is a small city in Ohio with a population of 27,012. Residents earn $65,888 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

27,012 Population 1,547/sq mi density

$65,888 Median Income $33,270 per capita

$198,400 Home Value $254,708 Zillow

$882 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

413 Violent Crime/100K 2,773 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$65,888 median income, 2.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$198,400 home value, $882/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

413 violent crimes/100K (9% above avg)

B+

Education

3.8 / 5.0

34.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $65,888

12% lower than US avg

Home Value $198,400

30% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 413/100K

9% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 34.4%

2% higher than US avg

Median Rent $882

24% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.6%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.8%

22% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.0%

60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27,012

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density1,547/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

Median Income$65,888

Per Capita$33,270

Unemployment2.8%

Poverty5.0%

County GDP$8,952M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$198,400

Rent$882

Ownership62.8%

Zillow$254,708

Housing Units11,876

Rent Burden25.6%

Crime

Violent413/100K

Property2,773/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault248/100K

Burglary364/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking15.0%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain42.0 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.4%

High School+94.4%

Graduate+16.1%

School Score6.52

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%

Commute17 min

Broadband89.7%

EV Stations13

Libraries9

Is Wooster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wooster receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Wooster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wooster is $65,888, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wooster is $198,400, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $882 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 413 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,773 per 100,000, 41% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wooster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wooster has a population of 27,012 with a density of 1,547 people per square mile, spread across 17.5 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.2% of residents, while 6.8% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,012

Total Population

1,547

People / sq mi

39.0yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

17.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wooster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.2%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.8%

49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wooster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wooster is $65,888, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,270 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,108, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,024 business establishments, including 192 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wooster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,888
	12% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$33,270
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,108
IRS Avg AGI	$68,897
Gini Index	0.413 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.8%
	22% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.0%
	60% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,024
County GDP	$8,952M

Business (County)

Restaurants	192
Healthcare	244
Retail	370
Manufacturing	282

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,677
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.4 min
Drive Alone	74.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wooster is $198,400, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,708, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $882 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 62.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 11,876 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $4,677 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$198,400
	30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$254,708
Median List Price	$247,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$247,450
$/Sq Ft	$181
Homes Sold	17
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.4%
Price Drops	15.1%
Inventory	53

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$882
	24% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,607
Rent Burden	25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	62.8%
Owner-Occupied	62.8%
Renter-Occupied	37.2%
Housing Units	11,876
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,677
	34% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.36%

In Wooster, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 19.8% report binge drinking. 24.1% are physically inactive. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,012. The dentist ratio is 1:2,045. 65.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.6%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.0%
	7% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.8%
Physical Inactivity	24.1%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	18.4%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.0%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,012
Dentists	1:2,045
Mental Health	1:247
Checkup Rate	77.4%
Dental Visits	61.5%
Premature Death	8,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	65.2%
Healthcare Facilities	244

Wooster has a violent crime rate of 413 per 100,000 residents, 9% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 248.0 per 100,000, robbery at 56.4, rape at 109.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,773 per 100,000, 41% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,307, burglary at 364, vehicle theft at 101 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 16 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wooster receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	413.3/100K
	9% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	109.0/100K
Robbery	56.4/100K
Assault	248.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,772.9/100K
	41% above US avg
Burglary	364.5/100K
Theft	2,307.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	101.5/100K
Arson	26.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	16
Traffic Accidents	52
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Wooster experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The area receives 28.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	50.2°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,142 ft (348 m)
Area	17.5 sq mi (45.2 km²)
Population Density	1,547/sq mi
Coordinates	40.8170°N, 81.9315°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Wayne County County
Nearest Airport	Akron-Canton Regional (CAK) 26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.0"

10% above US avg

Snowfall 28.6"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	64.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	52.6 / 100
Community Resilience	69.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Sep 25, 1998	2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania	M4.5	150 km
Jun 10, 2019	1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio	M4.0	104 km
Mar 12, 2007	Ohio	M3.7	69 km
Oct 16, 1993	8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	125 km
Jun 30, 2003	6 km NW of Perry, Ohio	M3.6	125 km
Aug 28, 2023	7 km SE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	130 km
Jun 20, 2006	9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	128 km
Mar 15, 1992	15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	135 km
Jun 3, 2017	1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio	M3.4	114 km
Jan 26, 1991	1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio	M3.4	89 km
Jun 30, 2004	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.3	129 km
Jul 1, 2013	5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio	M3.2	121 km
Apr 24, 2025	3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio	M3.1	110 km
Apr 22, 2025	3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio	M3.1	109 km
Jan 9, 2008	6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	109 km
Mar 11, 2006	8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	116 km
Apr 25, 2010	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.0	129 km
Mar 30, 2024	2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio	M3.0	74 km
Jun 5, 2011	5 km W of Lodi, Ohio	M3.0	27 km
Apr 2, 2017	5 km W of Graysville, Ohio	M3.0	141 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

403 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 52 fatalities, 894 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 31, 1985	EF5	78 km	18
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	53 km	18
Jul 12, 1992	EF3	46 km	0
Jul 12, 1992	EF3	52 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	98 km	1
May 2, 1983	EF3	62 km	1
Jun 13, 1981	EF3	89 km	4
Oct 12, 1978	EF3	85 km	0
Jun 3, 1973	EF3	60 km	0
May 8, 1969	EF3	84 km	1
Sep 29, 1966	EF3	77 km	0
Jun 5, 2024	EF2	80 km	0
May 7, 2024	EF2	99 km	0
Mar 14, 2024	EF2	78 km	0
Aug 24, 2023	EF2	76 km	0
Jun 15, 2023	EF2	79 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	82 km	0
Apr 14, 2019	EF2	64 km	0
Nov 5, 2017	EF2	96 km	0
Nov 5, 2017	EF2	74 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	2.3 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-2°C)	2.1 in	Driest
March	38°F (3°C)	2.9 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.4 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	72°F (22°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.7 in
September	63°F (17°C)	3.4 in
October	52°F (11°C)	2.6 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.1 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	2.8 in

Wooster has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 27°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.1").

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Wooster is located in Wayne County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 16.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.2% of the vote, a 39.3-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 244 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%

D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	16
Traffic Accidents	52
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	34.4%
	2% above US avg
High School+	94.4%
Graduate Degree+	16.1%
School Test Score	6.52

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,547/sq mi
Total Area	17.5 sq mi
County	Wayne County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.7%
Avg Download Speed	77.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	10.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	13
Alt Fuel Stations	14
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	244
Restaurants	192
Retail Stores	370

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.4 min
Drive Alone	74.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.7%

Average costs for common services in Wooster. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit	$325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit	$186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling	$232 ($139–$371)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement	$278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement	$186 ($93–$325)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair	$371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install	$6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair	$928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement	$8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense	$4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation	$464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation	$2,320 ($928–$4,640)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$139 ($70–$232)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour)	$74 ($46–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread	$3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($46–$139)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$186 ($93–$371)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$961
Toddler	$866
Preschool	$758
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$736
Toddler	$714
Preschool	$671

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wayne County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	13,921	339	$69,375	3.49
Retail Trade	5,328	378	$35,559	1.10
Health Care & Social Assistance	5,322	254	$51,973	0.77
Accommodation & Food Services	3,371	200	$20,986	0.76
Construction	2,540	385	$65,713	1.00
Management of Companies	1,628	18	$138,869	1.99
Wholesale Trade	1,624	169	$70,765	0.85
Transportation & Warehousing	1,169	121	$59,766	0.57
Finance & Insurance	1,157	134	$74,214	0.59
Other Services	1,110	192	$46,838	0.76
Professional & Technical Services	1,091	244	$62,751	0.32
Educational Services	965	15	$41,496	0.96
Agriculture & Forestry	816	86	$39,799	2.08
Administrative & Waste Services	730	129	$37,229	0.26
Arts & Entertainment	450	39	$17,145	0.55
Real Estate	243	73	$51,506	0.32
Mining & Oil/Gas	223	34	$87,101	1.22
Information & Technology	145	36	$68,834	0.16
Utilities	122	8	$106,071	0.66
Unclassified	1	1	$84,059	0.01

Colleges & Universities in Wooster

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
The College of Wooster	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	2,061	54.3%	$59,550	$59,550
Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute	Public · Associate	475	—	$9,310	$34,816

Hospitals in Wooster

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
WOOSTER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(330) 263-8348

Schools in Wooster

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Wooster High School	High	1,227	64	19.2:1
Edgewood Middle School	Middle	721	37	19.5:1
Wooster Twp Elementary School	Elementary	382	24	15.9:1
Triway High School	High	379	28	13.5:1
Cornerstone Elementary School	Elementary	366	22	16.6:1
Triway Middle School	Middle	345	19	18.2:1
Kean Elementary School	Elementary	324	16	20.3:1
Parkview Elementary School	Elementary	283	15	18.9:1
Melrose Elementary School	Elementary	258	14	18.4:1
Wooster Littlest Generals Preschool	—	117	3	39.0:1

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Radio Stations near Wooster

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
101.5 The River	adult contemporary, holiday	UNKNOWN
105.1 The River	classic hits	AAC
92.5 The River	alternative	MP3 96 kbps
99.5 The River	adult contemporary	AAC
96.1 The River	adult contemporary	AAC
89.7 The River	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
104.9 The River	christian contemporary	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Wooster

1 campgrounds found near Wooster.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CUYAHOGA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK PICNIC SHELTERS	4.5/5	2	$80

National Parks Near Wooster

39 national parks and monuments found near Wooster.

Park	Type	Fee
55Th Street Park	State Park	Free
Barkcamp State Park	State Park	Free
Buckeye Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Catawba Island Sp	State Park	Free
Cleveland Lakefront State Park - Gordon Park	State Park	Free
Cuyahoga Valley National Park	National Park	Free
East Harbor State Park	State Park	Free
East Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Findley State Park	State Park	Free
First Ladies National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Fort Laurens State Park	State Park	Free
Gahanna Woods Park	State Park	Free
Headlands Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Hower Lake State Park	State Park	Free
James A Garfield National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Kelleys Island State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Milton State Park	State Park	Free
Long Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Malabar Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Marblehead Lighthouse State Park	State Park	Free
Middle Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
Mohican State Park	State Park	Free
Mt. Gilead State Park	State Park	Free
Mud Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park	State Park	Free
North Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
North Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Oak Point State Park	State Park	Free
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial	Memorial	$10
Portage Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Punderson State Park	State Park	Free
Rex Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Salt Fork State Park	State Park	Free
South Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
State Lands	State Park	Free
State Street Park	State Park	Free
Turkeyfoot Lake State Park	State Park	Free
West Branch State Park	State Park	Free
West Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Wooster

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
COLLEGE OF WOOSTER ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		3302632000	$132,261,659
WAYNE CENTER FOR THE ARTS	GENERAL MUSEUM		3302642787	$384,501
WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OHIO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3302648856	$222,469
KIDRON COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	13153 EMERSON RD	3308579111	$200,525
RAILROAD HERITAGE SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM	145 DEPOT STREET	3306832426	$181,387
APPLE CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	185 CHURCH STREET	3302018658	$95,454
NORTHERN OHIO RAILWAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	5515 BUFFHAM RD	3307695501	$84,828
SMITHVILLE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3306699308	$37,660
ORRVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$10,927
COUNTY LINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WAYNE-HOLMES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	281 N MARKET STREET	3305672501	$6,802
GREEN TOWNSHIP HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 47	3302129969	$1,795
CALMOUTIER MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHIPPEWA-ROGUES HOLLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DALTON COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LODI HARRISVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LODI RAILROAD MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	204 RAILROAD STREET	4198534735
MARSHALLVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4 E CHURCH ST	3308852212
MORELAND COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MOUNT EATON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3302804490
NATIONAL AIR RACING MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
RITTMAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3309257572
SECREST ARBORETUM OARDC	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	OH AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH & DEVLOPMENT
TOY AND HOBBY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	531 SMITHVILLE	3306838697
WADSWORTH AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	161 HIGH STREET
WEST SALEM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WESTFIELD HISTORIC SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WINESBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3303595482

Libraries in Wooster

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WAYNE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	304 N. MARKET ST.	648,856
ELLA M. EVERHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY	132 BROAD ST.	130,312
ORRVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	230 N. MAIN ST.	116,584

Farmers Markets in Wooster

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Doylestown Farmers Market	177 Portage St.
Farms Produce Auction	SR 241				Visit
Main Street Wooste, Inc.	N. Market Street Quad.
Mt. Hope Auction	8076 SR 241
Orrville Farmers Market	315 W. Market St.
Wadsworth Farmers Market	151 Main Street	06/20/2020 to 09/26/2020	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Wayne County Arts & Crafts Guild	50 Riffel Rd.
Wooster Downtown Farmers Market	Liberty & Market Street	06/04/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Wooster

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Hill-top Tavern	bar & grill restaurants, Bars & Clubs, food and drink, Restaurant, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Pub Foo	69 N Portage St	3306589831

Nursing Homes in Wooster

6 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
WOOSTER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SNF 1761 BEALL AVENUE	Government - City	22	21	5/5	—	5/5	3/5	3302638100
SMITHVILLE WESTERN CARE CENTER 4110 EAST SMITHVILLE WESTERN ROAD	For profit - Corporation	119	113	4/5	—	3/5	3/5	3303459050
WAYNE COUNTY CARE CENTER 876 S GEYERS CHAPEL ROAD	Government - County	50	39	4/5	—	3/5	5/5	3302621786
WEST VIEW HEALTHY LIVING 1715 MECHANICSBURG ROAD	Non profit - Corporation	93	74	4/5	—	4/5	4/5	3302648640
COUNTRY POINTE 3071 NORTH ELYRIA ROAD	For profit - Corporation	42	39	2/5	—	3/5	5/5	3302642446
GLENDORA HEALTH CARE CENTER 1552 NORTH HONEYTOWN ROAD	For profit - Corporation	56	50	1/5	—	2/5	1/5	3302640912

Pharmacies in Wooster

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BUEHLER'S MILLTOWN	3540 BURBANK ROAD	330-345-5908
CVS - 3321	2284 BACK ORRVILLE ROAD	330-264-7788
DISCOUNT DRUG MART - 30	629 BEALL AVENUE	330-264-8404
GENOA HEALTHCARE	2285 BENDEN DRIVE EAST	330-439-4664
KMART	1799 PORTAGE ROAD	330-262-2614
RITE AID - 3028	1955 CLEVELAND ROAD	330-262-9045
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1812	3883 BURBANK ROAD	330-345-8820
WOOSTER COMMUNITY PHARMACY	1761 BEALL AVENUE	330-202-5570
WOOSTER PRESCRIPTION CENTER	235 WEST LIBERTY STREET	330-202-9081

EV Charging Stations in Wooster

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
CITY OF WOOSTER N BUCKEYE 1	151 East North Street	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
BellStores (Columbus Ave)	220 S Columbus Rd	Non-Networked	2		J1772 NEMA515	public
CITY OF WOOSTER MERCH BLOCK 1	123 N Walnut St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
CITY OF WOOSTER NE QUAD 1	121 N Market St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
G&S Titanium	4000 Lincoln Way E	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
GOJO Distribution	1147 Akron Rd	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Local Roots Market	140 S Walnut St	Non-Networked	1		J1772 NEMA520	public
Local Roots Market & Cafe - Tesla Destination	140 S Walnut St	Tesla Destination	1		TESLA	public
OHIO STATE UNV WOOSTER EVCS1	Gerlaugh Dr	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
WCH WCH WINTER ST.	546 Winter St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Wooster Dental	1706 Beall Ave	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Wooster

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
13334 GEARHART RD	TOWER	91
13334 GEARHART RD	TOWER	91
7433 Ruff Road (1286)	LTOWER	89
NE CORNER OF SR 71 & I71 (153671)	MTOWER	81
(Homer) 9069 Spencer Rd.	LTOWER	79
(Homer) 9069 Spencer Rd.	LTOWER	79
15413 Salt Creek Rd. (63267)	LTOWER	79
14981 Fox Lake Rd. (63265)	LTOWER	78
12391 BENNER RD (153607)	LTOWER	68
Doylestown Road (19994)	MTOWER	60

Fire Stations in Wooster

Name	Address	Type	Phone
New Pittsburg Fire Department	3311 N Elyria RD	Volunteer	330-264-1230
Wooster Fire Division	510 N Market ST	Career	330-263-5266
Wooster Township Fire Department	1917 Millersburg RD	Mostly volunteer	330-264-9786

Power Plants Near Wooster

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
WOOSTER RENEWABLE ENERGY	OTHER WASTE BIOMASS	221117	-82.0	OP

Bridges in Wooster

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	2005	144	26,739	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	162	24,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	128	20,593	F
Culvert	Concrete	1966	25	19,902	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	217	13,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	152	13,000	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1962	80	12,203	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	220	11,448	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	239	10,993	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2005	270	9,865	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2005	268	9,865	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1979	202	9,667	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1996	97	8,791	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1955	118	8,791	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1962	145	8,727	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1962	145	8,727	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1962	110	8,727	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1962	110	8,727	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2005	80	8,727	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2005	80	8,727	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1966	86	8,700	G
Culvert	Concrete	1966	25	8,700	F
Frame	Concrete	2006	22	8,041	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1985	66	7,770	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1978	208	6,501	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	255	6,102	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	255	6,102	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1931	82	5,752	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	170	5,752	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	290	5,523	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1966	86	5,406	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1932	86	5,276	F
Slab	Concrete	2019	35	5,200	G
Slab	Concrete	1986	43	5,177	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	362	4,873	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	26	4,558	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	31	4,558	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	44	4,558	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1994	104	4,558	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	67	4,558	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1979	251	4,466	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2009	31	4,401	G
Slab	Concrete	1936	22	4,401	F
Slab	Concrete	2009	28	4,401	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	65	3,834	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2007	120	3,597	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1960	174	3,597	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1978	166	3,519	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1972	28	2,807	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	296	2,686	F
Slab	Concrete	1998	31	2,468	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1972	94	2,419	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2023	70	2,065	G
Frame	Concrete	1992	23	1,777	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1958	125	1,777	F
Slab	Concrete	2006	34	1,640	G
Culvert	Steel	1977	24	1,600	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	43	1,589	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1988	56	1,565	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	332	1,540	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	140	1,484	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2005	265	1,203	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1980	85	1,203	F
Slab	Concrete	1965	35	1,064	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1989	76	777	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2007	70	777	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1979	230	443	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1900	60	432	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2013	61	426	G
Frame	Concrete	1990	33	393	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	34	393	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	2000	79	360	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	61	338	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	51	338	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1900	45	336	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	2006	28	293	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	81	268	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2005	212	235	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1970	32	207	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2007	65	143	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1936	39	129	F
Slab	Concrete	2008	36	112	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1972	26	104	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1979	237	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	76	79	F

Correctional Facilities in Wooster

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
LINDA MARTIN ATTENTION CENTER	6807 NONPARIEL RD ROUTE 4	COUNTY	13	20	OPEN
WAYNE COUNTY JAIL	201 W NORTH ST	COUNTY	270	-999	OPEN

Airports Near Wooster

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport	CLE	Large Airport
Akron Canton Regional Airport	CAK	Medium Airport
Akron Fulton International Airport	AKC	Medium Airport
Burke Lakefront Airport	BKL	Medium Airport
Cuyahoga County Airport	CGF	Medium Airport
Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport	MFD	Medium Airport
Aero Lake Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Area 52 Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashland County Airport	—	Small Airport
Beach City Airport	—	Small Airport
Bender Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucks Airport	—	Small Airport
Canal Fulton Airport	—	Small Airport
Carcioppolo Field	—	Small Airport
Carroll's Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Clover Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbia Airport	—	Small Airport
Crocker Airport	—	Small Airport
D. A. Chandler Airport	—	Small Airport
Dorlon Airpark	—	Small Airport
Double S Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Eaglecrest Field	—	Small Airport
Elyria Airport	—	Small Airport
Flyers Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Airport	—	Small Airport
Freeman Swank Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Gnadenhutten Airport	—	Small Airport
Gorman Airport	—	Small Airport
Gorman-Green Airport	—	Small Airport
Graham Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammond Airport	—	Small Airport
Harry Clever Field	PHD	Small Airport
Hawk's Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Heathcliff Airpark	—	Small Airport
Hilltop Airport	—	Small Airport
Hilty Field	—	Small Airport
Hinde Airport	—	Small Airport
Holmes County Airport	—	Small Airport
Jer-Mar Airpark	—	Small Airport
Jetway Airport	—	Small Airport
K & D Airways Airport	—	Small Airport
Kent State University Airport	—	Small Airport
Knox County Airport	—	Small Airport
Kosik Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Air Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Lanker Airport	—	Small Airport
Lockeridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Lorain County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
M.C.R. Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Wooster

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


CFAES Wooster Campus Police Station
Dalton Police Dept.
Holmes County Sheriffs Office	8105 Township Road 574
Rittman Police Department	33 East Ohio Avenue
Seville Police Department

Grocery Stores in Wooster

37 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 63009 63009	Supermarket	2249 Akron Rd
ALDI 63044	Supermarket	3743 Burbank Rd
Baylobsters II Cafe & Fish Market	Other	3423 Cleveland Rd
BellStores 1016	Convenience Store	404 S Market St
BellStores 1017	Convenience Store	2424 Akron Rd
BellStores 1050	Convenience Store	1337 Blachleyville Rd
BellStores 1111	Convenience Store	132 W Milltown Rd
BellStores 1131	Convenience Store	1530 Beall Ave
BellStores 1165	Convenience Store	220 S Columbus Ave
Buehler's Fresh Foods 01	Super Store	336 N Market St
Buehler's Fresh Foods 09	Super Store	3540 Burbank Rd
Canaan Meats Ltd.	Grocery Store	1679 Old Columbus Rd
Circle K 4705440	Convenience Store	2349 Akron Rd
CVS 3321	Other	2284 Back Orrville Rd
Discount Drug Mart 30	Other	629 Beall Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 14356	Other	2222 Gateway Dr
DOLLAR GENERAL 15127	Other	5310 Cleveland Rd
Dollar General 21228	Other	1688 Cleveland Rd
Dollar General 21662	Other	2160 Old Columbus Rd
Dollar General 30425	Other	4369 Burbank Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 3324	Other	3541 E Lincoln Way
Dollar Tree 1363	Other	3786 Burbank Rd
Dollar Tree 7970	Other	2053 Portage Rd
Family Dollar 8561	Other	115 N Grant St
Hillcrest Bp	Convenience Store	3013 E Lincoln Way
Local Roots Market And Cafe	Grocery Store	140 S Walnut St
Marc's-Wooster 74WO	Supermarket	1799 Portage Rd
Meijer 330	Super Store	4845 Burbank Rd
Meijer Gas Station 330	Convenience Store	4905 Burbank Rd
Mikes Food Market	Convenience Store	4510 Cleveland Rd
Minit Mart 600788	Convenience Store	825 Dover Rd
Par Mar Store 235	Convenience Store	1058 W Old Lincoln Way
Speedway 1200	Convenience Store	1970 Cleveland Rd
Speedway 9219	Convenience Store	110 S Bever St
Walmart SUPERCENTER 1812	Super Store	3883 Burbank Rd
WOOSTER NATURAL FOODS	Convenience Store	138 E Liberty St
Wooster Save-a-Lot 24520	Super Store	1945B Cleveland Rd

Treatment Centers in Wooster

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Anazao Community Partners	Both	330-264-9597
Counseling Center of - Wayne and Holmes Counties	Mental Health	330-264-9029
Counseling Center of - Wayne and Holmes Counties	Mental Health	330-683-5106
Counseling Center of - Wayne and Holmes Counties	Mental Health	330-925-5466
OneEighty - Main Office	Both	330-264-8498
OneEighty - Womens Residential Treatment Facility	Substance Abuse	330-264-8498
Pathway	Substance Abuse	330-264-8498

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wooster

37 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN CHURCH FOUNDATION	PO BOX 72
APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL CHURCH	3030 COLUMBUS RD
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	1580 SAUNDERS DR
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH	407 N MARKET ST
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE	4433 MAPLE GROVE RD
CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR	480 FRY RD
EAST UNION LUTHERAN CHURCH	7063 E LINCOLN WAY
EV4 CHURCH	1633 PORTAGE RD
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	621 COLLEGE AVE
FRIENDS WORLD MINISTRIES	480 FRY RD
GRACE MEADOW FOUNDATION	PO BOX 12
HEALING ROOMS OF WOOSTER INC	3247 ASPEN DR
HIGHLAND CHURCH OF GOD	669 W HIGHLAND AVE
ISLAMIC CENTER OF WOOSTER	2871A CLEVELAND RD
JAKIN GROUP INC	327 STEVENS AVE
MOUNT ZION CHURCH OF GOD	837 S GEYERS CHAPEL RD
MUSTARD SEED FAITH MINISTRIES	2046 NOBLE DR UNIT 2122
NEW HOPE CHURCH	969 BLACHLEYVILLE RD
NORTH AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH	1544 FIRETHORN LN
NORTH WOOSTER BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 192
NORTHVIEW CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	3464 BURBANK RD
OHIO CHURCH RESIDENCES OF WOOSTER INC	905 PORTAGE RD OFC
RESTORING LEADERS MINISTRIES	4515 MEL LN
SALEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	4873 CLEVELAND RD
SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH OF WOOSTER OHIO	245 S GRANT ST
SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH	715 HEYL RD
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH	122 E NORTH ST
ST MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH	527 BEALL AVE
ST PETER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	9451 ASHLAND RD
SYCAMORE COMMUNITY CHURCH	633 BEECHWOOD ST
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF WAYNE COUNTY	3186 BURBANK RD
UPWARD BOUND YOUTH	1280 E MILLTOWN RD
WALK THE BIBLE INC	912 DOUGLAS DR
WESTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH	969 BLACHLEYVILLE RD
WOOSTER FOURSQUARE CHURCH	3670 FRIENDSVILLE RD
WOOSTER RELEASED TIME BIBLE EDUCATION	PO BOX 1827
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF WOOSTER OHIO INC	301 N MARKET ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wooster

What is the population of Wooster?

Wooster has a population of 27,012 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,547 people per square mile, spread across 17.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Wooster expensive to live in?

Wooster is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,888, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $198,400 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $882 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wooster safe?

The violent crime rate in Wooster is 413 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,773 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wooster receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wooster?

Wooster has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches, with 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Wooster?

The job market in Wooster is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,108. There are 3,024 business establishments in the area, including 192 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 7.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wooster?

The median home value in Wooster is $198,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,708. For renters, the median monthly rent is $882. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,677.

How are the schools in Wooster?

Schools in Wooster score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.4% of adults in Wooster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 16.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wooster?

The obesity rate in Wooster is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 24.1% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 7.4% lack health insurance. 65.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,012.

What is transportation like in Wooster?

The average commute in Wooster is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wooster?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wooster is 88.1% White, 2.6% Black or African American, 2.3% Hispanic or Latino. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.8% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

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City Guide — Wooster

Overview 11/11

People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 14/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 24/32

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