Fostoria
City in Seneca County, Ohio
Fostoria is a city in Seneca County, Ohio, with 13,046 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 781 ft (238 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Arcadia, 6.5 miles SW.
- 13,046residents (2020 Census)
- 781 ftelevation · 238 m
- 7.5 sq miland area · 19.5 km²
- 1,733 / sq mipopulation density
- 44830ZIP code
About Fostoria
Fostoria (, foss-TORR-EE-ə) is a city located at the convergence of Hancock, Seneca, and Wood counties in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Ohio. The population was 13,046 at the 2020 census, slightly down from 13,441 at the 2010 census. It is approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of Toledo and 90 miles (140 km) north of Columbus. The community grew substantially during the end of the 19th century, coinciding with the northwest Ohio gas boom. Typical of Rust Belt cities, Fostoria peaked in size in 1970.
Fostoria was a major site for the glass industry, having over a dozen glass factories during the end of the 19th century. As the area's gas supply became depleted, many of the factories closed or moved. The city is now known for its railroads, as approximately 100 trains pass through the city each day. As a result, the city is often visited by railfans, hosted by a railroad viewing park.
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Living in Fostoria
- Median household income
- $54,151
- Median home value
- $87,200
- Median rent
- $809/mo
- Median age
- 39.1
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Fostoria had 13,046 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 13,046 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,733 per sq mi (669 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Fostoria at a glance
| State | Ohio (OH) |
|---|---|
| County | Seneca County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 13,046 (2020) |
| Land area | 7.53 sq mi (19.5 km²) |
| Water area | 0.22 sq mi (0.56 km²) |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.1598° N, 83.4115° W |
| ZIP code | 44830 |
| Official website | ci.fostoria.oh.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3928014 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Fostoria
- Arcadia6.5 mi SW
- Bascom6.8 mi E
- West Millgrove7.1 mi NW
- Bloomdale7.4 mi W
- Risingsun7.5 mi N
- New Riegel8.8 mi SE
- Kansas8.9 mi NE
- Bairdstown10.2 mi W
- Wayne10.2 mi N
- Bettsville10.9 mi NE
- Burgoon11.2 mi NE
- Bradner11.4 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Fostoria
What county is Fostoria in?
Fostoria is in Seneca County, Ohio.
What is the population of Fostoria, OH?
13,046 people lived in Fostoria at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Fostoria, OH?
The ZIP code of Fostoria is 44830.
What is the elevation of Fostoria?
781 feet (238 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Fostoria?
Arcadia (6.5 mi), Bascom (6.8 mi), West Millgrove (7.1 mi), Bloomdale (7.4 mi), Risingsun (7.5 mi).
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