Van Wert, Ohio
Van Wert: city in Ohio
About
Van Wert is a city located in the county of Van Wert in the U.S. state of Ohio. Its population at the 2010 census was 10,846 and a population density of 1,425 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 10,614 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Van Wert
| Population | 10,614 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Ohio (United States) |
| County | Van Wert County |
| Postal code | 45891 |
| Phone Area Codes | 419 |
| Area | 7.61 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.8695,-84.5841 |
| Altitude | 778 feet / 237 meters |
| Capital city | Van Wert is capital of Van Wert County |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 21:56:04 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,395 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.19% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Van Wert is located at 40°52'10"N 84°35'3"W (40.8694900, -84.5841200).
Van Wert map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Van Wert
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Van Wert decreased by 2.19% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,846 | - | census |
| 2011 | 10,812 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 10,824 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 10,745 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 10,732 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 10,721 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 10,659 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 10,686 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 10,675 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 10,676 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 10,614 | -0.58% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Van Wert
1Pleasant Twp Hall
Van Wert, OH 45891 View details
Phone: +14192384396
2City of Van Wert, Ohio
515 E Main St, Van Wert, OH 45891 View details
Phone: +14192381237 | Website available
People born in Van Wert (16)
People born in Van Wert, including football player Andrew Crummey, Ohio Jurist Harry L. Conn, writer John Randolph Spears, .
More notable people
- Kory Lichtensteiger (Player of American football) he was born in 22/03/1985
- Larry Smith (American football player and coach (1939-2008)) he was born in 12/09/1939
- Walter Hinton (American aviator) he was born in 10/11/1888
- Ward Meese (American football player (1897-1968)) he was born in 09/03/1897
- Brent Mason (American musician) he was born in 13/07/1959
- Jim Heath (American journalist) he was born in 20/04/1966
- John M. Matthias (American politician) he was born in 20/01/1903
- Jack Lininger (American football player (1927-2002)) he was born in 27/06/1927
- Arthur James Emery Powell (American visual artist) he was born in 11/12/1864
- Craig Leon (American long-distance runner) he was born in 08/11/1984
- James S. Kemper (American businessman, philanthropist, and diplomat)
- Ken Wable he was born in 01/01/1927
- Bee Selden (American baseball player) he was born in 04/02/1885
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Van Wert, OH. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 418278 | Ohio Technical Center at Vantage Career Center | Van Wert (OH) | 45891 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Van Wert, OH. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BYN | Bryan | Page and Lynn Street | RAIL |
| WTI | Waterloo | Lincoln and Center Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Van Wert.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Van Wer Post Office | Van Wert (OH) | 45891 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Van Wert, Iowa human settlement in Decatur County, Iowa, United States of America with a population of 208 people.
Other cities in Van Wert County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Van Wert County , OH.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Delphos | 6,895 | City in Ohio |
| Scott | 1,448 | Village in Ohio, United States |
| Middlebury | 1,346 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Convoy | 1,050 | Human settlement in Van Wert County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Ohio City | 669 | Village in Van Wert County, Ohio |
| Hoaglin | 662 | Township in Van Wert County, Ohio |
| Middle Point | 557 | Human settlement in Van Wert County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Dixon | 544 | Township in Preble County, Ohio |
| Willshire | 380 | Township in Van Wert County, Ohio |
| Wren | 184 | Human settlement in Van Wert County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Venedocia | 118 | Human settlement in Van Wert County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Elgin | 55 | Village in Ohio, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Van Wert distances to largest Ohio cities