Moving to Arlington, Ohio

The current estimated population of Arlington, Ohio, is 1,448, with approximately 48% male and 52% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting the town’s small size and rural character.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1850
  • County Affiliated: Hancock County
  • Land Area: 1.0 square mile
  • Population Density: 1,448 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 419
  • Zip Codes: 45814

Geography and Location

Arlington, Ohio, is located in northwestern Ohio, within Hancock County. The town is situated about 10 miles south of Findlay, providing access to larger city amenities while maintaining a quiet, small-town atmosphere. Arlington experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, typical of the Midwest. The surrounding geography consists of flat, fertile farmland, with corn and soybeans being the primary crops grown in the region. The town’s economy is closely tied to agriculture, with local farms and small businesses supporting the community. Arlington’s location along U.S. Route 68 provides easy access to nearby towns and services. The town’s small size, rural charm, and strong community ties make it a peaceful place to live for those seeking a quiet lifestyle in northwestern Ohio.

Demographics

Median resident age: 38.1 years
Median household income: $39,115
Median house value: $87,900

Population by Race

Races in Arlington:

  • White Non-Hispanic (99.3%)

Ancestries: German (45.1%), United States (9.8%), English (9.3%), Irish (9.0%), French (5.0%), Scottish (1.2%).

Land area: 0.7 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arlington

  • High school or higher: 91.7%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 15.9%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 3.6%
  • Unemployed: 2.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 20.1 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arlington village

  • Never married: 22.5%
  • Now married: 56.7%
  • Separated: 0.5%
  • Widowed: 13.9%
  • Divorced: 6.4%

0.5% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +94 (+7.5%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Arlington:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arlington:

  • TOLEDO EXPRESS (about 49 miles; TOLEDO, OH; Abbreviation: TOL)
  • OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY (about 70 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Abbreviation: OSU)
  • SPRINGFIELD-BECKLEY MUNI (about 74 miles; SPRINGFIELD, OH; Abbreviation: SGH)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arlington:

  • FINDLAY (about 8 miles; FINDLAY, OH; Abbreviation: FDY)
  • ADA (about 14 miles; ADA, OH; Abbreviation: 0D7)
  • PRIEBE (about 15 miles; FINDLAY, OH; Abbreviation: 7D5)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arlington:

  • THE UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY (about 10 miles; FINDLAY, OH; Full-time enrollment: 3,508)
  • OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY (about 15 miles; ADA, OH; Full-time enrollment: 3,161)
  • BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 35 miles; BOWLING GREEN, OH; Full-time enrollment: 16,537)
  • OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGE-TOLEDO CAMPUS (about 53 miles; TOLEDO, OH; Full-time enrollment: 7,809)
  • UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO (about 54 miles; TOLEDO, OH; Full-time enrollment: 15,999)
  • WITTENBERG UNIVERSITY (about 68 miles; SPRINGFIELD, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,197)
  • OTTERBEIN COLLEGE (about 75 miles; WESTERVILLE, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,226)

Schools

Public high school in Arlington:

  • ARLINGTON LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 335; Location: 336 S MAIN ST; Grades: 07 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Arlington:

  • ARLINGTON LOCAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 312; Location: 336 S MAIN ST; Grades: PK – 06)