Economy & Jobs — Van Wert, Ohio
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $55,113 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$61,100 |
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| Per Capita Income | $29,477 |
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| Poverty Rate | 14.2% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% |
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| In Labor Force | 5,139 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 35.3% |
| Education Healthcare | 21.8% |
| Retail | 14.2% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 23 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 16 |
| Gas Stations | 14 |
| Insurance Agencies | 13 |
| Physician Offices | 9 |
| Dental Offices | 9 |
| Law Offices | 8 |
| Beauty Salons | 7 |
| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Coffee Shops | 6 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 5 |
| Chiropractors | 5 |
| Grocery Stores | 4 |
| New Car Dealers | 4 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
