28-786: Rossford is a city in Wood County , Ohio , United States, located along the Maumee River in the Toledo metropolitan area . The population was 6,299 at the 2020 census . The town includes the intersection of Interstate 75 and the Ohio Turnpike . Rossford Public Library and WPAY serve the community. Rossford was founded as a company town by Edward Ford of the Libbey-Owens-Ford Glass Company . In 1898, Ford purchased 173 acres (0.70 km) along
56-526: A fulfillment center in Rossford. Rossford's school system includes the following: Wood County, Ohio Wood County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio . As of the 2020 census , the population was 132,248. Its county seat is Bowling Green . The county was named for Captain Eleazer D. Wood , the engineer for General William Henry Harrison 's army, who built Fort Meigs in
84-633: A branch in Walbridge . In 2019, the library had a total circulation of 783,166 items and provided 1,473 programs to its patrons. Total holdings in 2019 were 158,861 print materials, 21,469 video recordings, 12,967 audio recordings, and 171 periodical subscriptions. Additional libraries include: A small portion of the county located in the Fostoria city limits is served by the Kaubisch Memorial Public Library, located in
112-491: A household in the county was $ 44,442, and the median income for a family was $ 56,468. Males had a median income of $ 40,419 versus $ 26,640 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 21,284. About 4.70% of families and 9.60% of the population were below the poverty line , including 7.40% of those under age 18 and 5.80% of those age 65 or over. As of the 2010 United States Census , there were 125,488 people, 49,043 households, and 30,923 families living in
140-451: Is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using a standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure
168-508: Is water. As of the census of 2010, there were 6,293 people, 2,568 households, and 1,705 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,253.6 inhabitants per square mile (484.0/km). There were 2,800 housing units at an average density of 557.8 per square mile (215.4/km). The racial makeup of the city was 94.8% White , 1.7% African American , 0.4% Native American , 0.9% Asian , 0.9% from other races , and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.5% of
196-690: The American Rescue Plan Act granted Woods County $ 25 million in pandemic relief funds, of which Director Mulls requested $ 800,000. The Wood County Commissioners approved the request in March 2022. Commissioner Andrew Kalmar noted, “They’ve had a substantial reduction in revenue in the past few years, primarily because they’ve lost grant money from the federal government.” 41°22′N 83°37′W / 41.36°N 83.62°W / 41.36; -83.62 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures
224-796: The COVID-19 Pandemic . When the United States began lock downs in March 2020, The Cocoon witnessed a forty percent increase in calls from survivors and a fifty percent increase in sexual violence reports. In 2019, At the same time, the Victims of Crime Act ’s fund, which provides The Cocoon with approximately half of its funding (approximately $ 300,000), was cut by thirty-nine percent in October 2020. Although this did not halt operations, it significantly impacted The Cocoon’s ability to provide comprehensive support for survivors. In 2021,
252-565: The Maumee River to build the Edward Ford Plate Glass Company. As workers came to the factory, Ford named the resulting town "Rossford" by combining the last name of his second wife, Caroline Ross, with his. Shortly after the foundation of the plant, Ford built the Ford Club next to the plant, so workers could socialize. In 1998, Rossford's centennial, the town built a memorial next to the Ford Club in memory of
280-727: The Seneca County portion of the city. All Wood County and Fostoria library locations participate in Woodlink, a joint catalog system. According to the 2019 Wood County Comprehensive annual report, these were the largest employers in the county. The Cocoon is a protective shelter for sexual and domestic violence victims in Wood County, Ohio . Beyond providing housing for survivors and their families, The Cocoon provides medical counsel, legal counsel, and support in finding permanent employment and residence. Organizing for
308-456: The War of 1812 . Wood County is part of the Toledo , OH Metropolitan Statistical Area . Its diagonal northwest border is formed by the Maumee River , which has its mouth at Maumee Bay on Lake Erie. Wood County was established on February 12, 1820, following a treaty and land purchase from local Indian tribes. Perrysburg was the first county seat, and remained the county seat until 1870, when it
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#1732783244024336-403: The average family size was 3.04. In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 22.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.7 males. The median income for a household in the city
364-500: The average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income is determined using regular population surveys, such as the American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries
392-425: The city. The population density was 1,489.7 inhabitants per square mile (575.2/km). There were 2,736 housing units at an average density of 636.2 per square mile (245.6/km). The racial makeup of the city was 96.27% White , 1.28% African American , 0.20% Native American , 0.81% Asian , 0.02% Pacific Islander , 0.48% from other races , and 0.94% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.69% of
420-432: The county. The population density was 203.3 inhabitants per square mile (78.5 inhabitants/km ). There were 53,376 housing units at an average density of 86.5 units per square mile (33.4 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 92.8% white, 2.4% black or African American, 1.5% Asian, 0.2% American Indian, 1.3% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 4.5% of
448-410: The county. The population density was 196 people per square mile (76 people/km ). There were 47,468 housing units at an average density of 77 units per square mile (30/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 94.83% White , 1.27% Black or African American , 0.23% Native American , 1.03% Asian , 0.01% Pacific Islander , 1.45% from other races , and 1.18% from two or more races. 3.33% of
476-523: The foundation of the town. The centennial was marked by a street fair, parade, concert, and several other accommodations. Edward Ford's father John Baptiste Ford earlier founded Ford City, Pennsylvania as a plate glass company town. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 5.33 square miles (13.80 km), of which 5.02 square miles (13.00 km) is land and 0.31 square miles (0.80 km)
504-509: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 36.3% were of German , 9.9% American , 8.2% English , 8.0% Irish and 5.8% Polish ancestry according to Census 2000 . There were 45,172 households, out of which 32.00% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.90% were married couples living together, 8.50% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.30% were non-families. 25.80% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.10% had someone living alone who
532-441: The population. There were 2,568 households, of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.5% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.6% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
560-409: The population. There were 2,610 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 28.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and
588-446: The population. In terms of ancestry, 40.8% were German , 14.4% were Irish , 10.4% were English , 6.7% were Polish , and 5.2% were American . Of the 49,043 households, 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.1% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 36.9% were non-families, and 27.5% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size
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#1732783244024616-537: The shelter began in 2000 with Bowling Green State University's Women's Center and Transformation Project in response to a rise in domestic violence homicides in Wood County. The Cocoon began operation in June 2005, and by 2012 all of its services were being conducted from its undisclosed location. By October 2015, The Cocoon had integrated sexual violence recovery and support as part of its programs. Like many community organizations, The Cocoon faced sharp budget cuts during
644-434: Was $ 43,776, and the median income for a family was $ 57,442. Males had a median income of $ 40,516 versus $ 27,560 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 25,119. About 2.7% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line , including 3.4% of those under age 18 and 3.0% of those age 65 or over. In early 2019, Medical Mutual announced it was moving its Toledo office to Rossford. Amazon operates
672-481: Was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.98. The median age was 35.3 years. The median income for a household in the county was $ 53,298 and the median income for a family was $ 69,768. Males had a median income of $ 51,038 versus $ 35,472 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 26,671. About 6.4% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line , including 10.5% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over. Wood County formerly
700-437: Was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.00. The median age in the city was 39.1 years. 23.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.5% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 13.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 6,406 people, 2,610 households, and 1,743 families residing in
728-458: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.04. In the county, the population was spread out, with 23.70% under the age of 18, 17.20% from 18 to 24, 26.80% from 25 to 44, 21.30% from 45 to 64, and 11.00% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females there were 93.80 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.10 males. The median income for
756-613: Was a Republican stronghold county, but since 1964 the county has become a bellwether county . Wood County has voted for the losing candidate twice since then, Gerald Ford in 1976 and Donald Trump in 2020. Source: While there is no countywide library entity, the Wood County District Public Library serves Bowling Green and other portions of the county, not otherwise served by another library entity, from its main location in Bowling Green and
784-412: Was moved to Bowling Green. Wood County established its first health department in 1920. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 620 square miles (1,600 km ), of which 617 square miles (1,600 km ) is land and 3.3 square miles (8.5 km ) (0.5%) is water. As of the census of 2000, there were 121,065 people, 45,172 households, and 29,678 families living in
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