Living in Ottawa County, Ohio

Ottawa County is a county in Ohio with a population of around 40,877, part of the Toledo, OH MSA metro area. The main communities are Port Clinton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,622/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $237K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 37°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Ottawa County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 49 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.