Willoughby Hills, Ohio 2025
Willoughby Hills is a city located in Lake County, Ohio, USA. As of the 2020 census, the population was 6,654.
One of the earliest settlements in the area was the Connecticut Western Reserve, and eventually, the area was named Willoughby after a village in England. In 1923, residents of the area petitioned the Lake County Court to incorporate as a village, and Willoughby Hills was officially born. By 1951, the town had grown enough to be declared a city, and the city of Willoughby Hills was officially recognized.
Geography:
Willoughby Hills is located at 41°46'42"N 81°26'48"W (41.778315, -81.446721). According to the US Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.8 square miles (28 km²), of which, 10.6 square miles (27 km²) of it is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km²) of it (1.67%) is water. It borders the neighboring cities of Eastlake, Willoughby, Wickliffe, and Highland Heights. It also shares a small border with the village of Gates Mills.
Demographics:
As of the census of 2010, there were 6,486 people, 2,648 households, and 1,874 families residing in the city. The population density was 603.5 people per square mile (233.3/km²). There were 2,850 housing units at an average density of 268.7 per square mile (103.7/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% White, 2.7% African American, 0.1% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population. There were 2,651 households, out of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.3% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.96.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.6% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 28.8% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.4 males. The median income for a household in the city was $50,625, and the median income for a family was $65,104. Males had a median income of $43,580 versus $31,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $27,424. About 4.7% of families and 6.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.5% of those under age 18 and 4.9% of those age 65 or over.
Economy:
According to Willoughby Hills' 2022 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the city are:
1. Lake Health
2. Cardinal Commerce
3. Novera
4. Sovereign Consulting, Inc.
5. City of Willoughby Hills
6. TSAI
City of Willoughby Hills
7. Lake County Government
8. Ebersole & Haws, LLC
9. Moen Incorporated
10. Ohio Savings Bank
Culture and attractions:
There are several buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Willoughby Hills:
1. Evergreen Cemetery Remembrance Garden, added in 2005.
2. Gilded Age, added in 1979.
3. Lake County Historical Society, added in 1974.
4. South Euclid City, added in 1976
5. Willoughby Hills, added in 1976.
The Willoughby Hills Community Park is located in the city. The park has a bike trail and a playground.
Education:
The city is served by the Willoughby-Eastlake City School District. It is also home to Regency Park, a retirement community, and the Lake County YMCA.
Transportation:
Willoughby Hills has several major highways, including Interstate 271 and Interstate 90. Chester A. Arthur, the 21st President of the United States, lived in the village when it was known as Willoughby. The Arthur family gravesite is located in the historic Willoughby Cemetery at 38000 Memphis Aveneue. This cemetery was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
Public libraries:
The Willoughby Hills branch of the Lake County Public Library is located in the city.
Points of Interest:
For its relatively small size, Willoughby Hills boasts several points of interest, including:
1. Chagrin River: The Chagrin River, which flows from the north, forms part of the city's boundary. A bike trail runs between the river and the lake. The river empties into Lake Erie.
2. Lake Erie: The shoreline of Lake Erie is one of the most prominent geological features of Willoughby Hills. It forms the northern border of the city. The shoreline in this area is primarily rocky. There are no sandy beaches within Willoughby Hills.
3. Veterans Park: Located on the shoreline of Lake Erie in Willoughby Hills, Veterans Park has several picnic tables, some shade, playground equipment for the kids, and baseball/soccer fields. The park is home to several large events throughout the year, including Art in the Park.
4. Willoughby Hills Community Park: This park was previously owned by the Chagrin Falls School system until it was sold in 2010 to the city. It contains several picnic tables, a paved biking/walking path, a pond, and a playground. The park is open to the public.
5. Willoughby Hills Historical Society and Museum: Located in the Carnegie library building, the society and museum aim to preserve and educate about the history of the city.
6. Shoreline Park: This park is located on the shores of Lake Erie off of Shoreline Park Drive. It has benches, grills, picnic tables, and a small fishing pier.
7. Walter E. Foster / Willoughby Hills Nature Center: This nature center/park has hiking trails, a nature center with animals, a small picnic area, and a playground. It is open to the public.
In conclusion, Willoughby Hills is a small city in Lake County, Ohio, with a population of 6,654. Located in the northeastern part of the state, it has a total area of 10.8 square miles, with a mix of agricultural, industrial, and residential land use. The city has a rich history, culture, and attractions, including the National Register of Historic Places and the Lake County Historical Society. It is also home to several major highways and has a public library. The city boasts several points of interest, including the Chagrin River, Lake Erie, Veterans Park, Willoughby Hills Community Park, Willoughby Hills Historical Society and Museum, Shoreline Park, and Walter E. Foster / Willoughby Hills Nature Center.