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Sylvania Overview

19,042
TOTAL POPULATION
9,281
MALE POPULATION
9,761
FEMALE POPULATION
95.08
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.17
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$45,664
PER CAPITA INCOME
$104,861
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$86,048
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,016
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,701
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sylvania Zip Codes

Sylvania Area Codes

Race in Sylvania

The most populous races in Sylvania are White / Caucasian (17,507 | 91.9%), Two or more Races (634 | 3.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (526 | 2.8%).
Race in Sylvania
Race# Population% Population
Asian5242.8%
Black / African American3131.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino5262.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian17,50791.9%
Two or more Races6343.3%
Some other Race640.3%
Total19,042100.0%

Ancestry in Sylvania

The most populous ancestries reported in Sylvania are German (6,762 | 35.5%), Irish (2,864 | 15.0%), Polish (2,400 | 12.6%), English (2,395 | 12.6%), and French (744 | 3.9%), together accounting for 79.6% of all Sylvania residents.
Ancestry in Sylvania
Ancestry# Population% Population
African240.1%
American6913.6%
Arab6043.2%
Argentinean80.0%
Armenian300.2%
Belgian860.4%
Bhutanese510.3%
Brazilian700.4%
British580.3%
Bulgarian120.1%
Burmese820.4%
Cajun120.1%
Canadian260.1%
Central American300.2%
Cherokee210.1%
Choctaw60.0%
Croatian340.2%
Cuban370.2%
Cypriot120.1%
Czech770.4%
Czechoslovakian190.1%
Danish110.1%
Dutch2581.3%
Eastern European850.4%
English2,39512.6%
European4612.4%
Finnish520.3%
French7443.9%
French American Indian30.0%
French Canadian3121.6%
German6,76235.5%
Greek4012.1%
Guatemalan120.1%
Hungarian4482.4%
Indian (Asian)2091.1%
Irish2,86415.0%
Israeli350.2%
Italian6583.5%
Japanese50.0%
Korean420.2%
Lebanese4232.2%
Lithuanian330.2%
Mexican3842.0%
Mongolian80.0%
Nigerian110.1%
Northern European300.2%
Norwegian1710.9%
Panamanian180.1%
Peruvian130.1%
Polish2,40012.6%
Portuguese330.2%
Romanian130.1%
Russian1250.7%
Scotch-Irish2411.3%
Scottish4092.1%
Serbian490.3%
Slovak590.3%
Slovene50.0%
South African310.2%
South American480.3%
Spaniard80.0%
Spanish40.0%
Subsaharan African660.4%
Swedish1120.6%
Swiss1220.6%
Syrian1800.9%
Thai1891.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian170.1%
Turkish1260.7%
Ukrainian1831.0%
Venezuelan270.1%
Welsh1941.0%
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Immigrants in Sylvania

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sylvania came from Asia (731 | 3.8%), Western Asia (334 | 1.8%), South Central Asia (215 | 1.1%), India (174 | 0.9%), and Europe (155 | 0.8%), together accounting for 8.4% of all Sylvania residents.
Immigrants in Sylvania
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa460.2%
Asia7313.8%
Brazil330.2%
Canada230.1%
Central America120.1%
China1120.6%
Eastern Asia1530.8%
Eastern Europe540.3%
Europe1550.8%
Germany790.4%
Guatemala120.1%
India1740.9%
Italy170.1%
Korea410.2%
Kuwait150.1%
Latin America580.3%
Lebanon1090.6%
Morocco350.2%
Netherlands50.0%
Northern Africa350.2%
Pakistan410.2%
Peru130.1%
Philippines250.1%
Romania160.1%
Russia80.0%
Serbia130.1%
South Africa110.1%
South America460.2%
South Central Asia2151.1%
South Eastern Asia250.1%
Southern Europe170.1%
Syria1530.8%
Turkey570.3%
Ukraine100.1%
Western Asia3341.8%
Western Europe840.4%
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Sex and Age in Sylvania

Sex and Age in Sylvania

The most populous age groups in Sylvania are Under 5 Years (810 | 8.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (864 | 8.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sylvania
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years810 (8.7%)399 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years668 (7.2%)660 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years767 (8.3%)388 (4.0%)
15 to 19 Years588 (6.3%)697 (7.1%)
20 to 24 Years304 (3.3%)377 (3.9%)
25 to 29 Years572 (6.2%)547 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Years552 (5.9%)574 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Years491 (5.3%)527 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years628 (6.8%)664 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years616 (6.6%)476 (4.9%)
50 to 54 Years460 (5.0%)480 (4.9%)
55 to 59 Years567 (6.1%)864 (8.8%)
60 to 64 Years471 (5.1%)638 (6.5%)
65 to 69 Years745 (8.0%)816 (8.4%)
70 to 74 Years446 (4.8%)455 (4.7%)
75 to 79 Years239 (2.6%)441 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years254 (2.7%)367 (3.8%)
85 Years and over103 (1.1%)391 (4.0%)
Total9,281 (100.0%)9,761 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sylvania

Median Family Size in Sylvania

The median family size in Sylvania is 2.93 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,247 | 81.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (141 | 2.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sylvania
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,247 (81.8%)2.98
Single Male/Father141 (2.7%)2.50
Single Female/Mother806 (15.5%)2.70
Total Families5,194 (100.0%)2.93

Median Household Size in Sylvania

The median household size in Sylvania is 2.40 persons per household, with married-couple households (4,247 | 55.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.99 persons per household. non-family households (2,514 | 32.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sylvania
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,247 (55.1%)2.99
Single Male/Father141 (1.8%)2.67
Single Female/Mother806 (10.5%)2.96
Non-family2,514 (32.6%)1.20
Total Households7,708 (100.0%)2.40

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sylvania

Out of a total of 7,708 households in Sylvania, 5,194 (67.4%) are family households, while 2,514 (32.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,755, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,080.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sylvania
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,080 (27.0%)
2-Person Households2,755 (35.7%)398 (5.2%)
3-Person Households906 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households906 (11.7%)36 (0.5%)
5-Person Households465 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households136 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households26 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,194 (67.4%)2,514 (32.6%)

Female Fertility in Sylvania

Fertility by Age in Sylvania

Average fertility rate in Sylvania is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 123.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 83.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sylvania
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years185 (83.7%)123.0
35 to 50 years36 (16.3%)20.0
Total221 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sylvania

80.1% of women with births (221) in Sylvania are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 66.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 10.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sylvania
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years165 (89.2%)20 (10.8%)
35 to 50 years12 (33.3%)24 (66.7%)
Total177 (80.1%)44 (19.9%)

Fertility by Education in Sylvania

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sylvania
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree158 (71.5%)116.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree63 (28.5%)95.0
Total221 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sylvania

19.9% of women with births in Sylvania are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 96.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 60.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sylvania
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree152 (96.2%)6 (3.8%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree25 (39.7%)38 (60.3%)
Total177 (80.1%)44 (19.9%)

Income in Sylvania

Income Overview in Sylvania

Per Capita Income in Sylvania is $45,664, while median incomes of families and households are $104,861 and $86,048 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income19,042$45,664
Median Family Income5,194$104,861
Mean Family Income5,194$122,648
Median Household Income7,708$86,048
Mean Household Income7,708$111,617
Income Deficit5,194$10,016
Wage / Income Gap (%)19,04238.32%
Wage / Income Gap ($)19,04261.68¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index19,0420.42

Earnings by Sex in Sylvania

Average Earnings in Sylvania are $46,070, $59,016 for men and $36,403 for women, a difference of 38.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Sylvania
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male5,177 (49.8%)$59,016
Female5,213 (50.2%)$36,403
Total10,390 (100.0%)$46,070

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sylvania

The most common earnings brackets in Sylvania are $100,000+ for men (1,394 | 26.9%) and $100,000+ for women (619 | 11.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sylvania
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less277 (5.3%)273 (5.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999180 (3.5%)286 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $7,499114 (2.2%)183 (3.5%)
$7,500 to $9,999126 (2.4%)226 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $12,499178 (3.4%)203 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99972 (1.4%)208 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,499111 (2.1%)118 (2.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99970 (1.3%)100 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499118 (2.3%)136 (2.6%)
$22,500 to $24,999114 (2.2%)179 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $29,999163 (3.2%)249 (4.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99959 (1.1%)354 (6.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999131 (2.5%)274 (5.3%)
$40,000 to $44,999254 (4.9%)279 (5.3%)
$45,000 to $49,999253 (4.9%)259 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999177 (3.4%)112 (2.1%)
$55,000 to $64,999358 (6.9%)379 (7.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999430 (8.3%)406 (7.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999598 (11.6%)370 (7.1%)
$100,000+1,394 (26.9%)619 (11.9%)
Total5,177 (100.0%)5,213 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sylvania

Average earnings in Sylvania are $68,520 for men and $41,772 for women, a difference of 39.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $106,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,431. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,786, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $31,193.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sylvania
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,431$31,193
College or Associate's Degree$55,500$32,428
Bachelor's Degree$81,944$46,484
Graduate Degree$106,250$71,786
Total$68,520$41,772

Family Income in Sylvania

Family Income Brackets in Sylvania

According to the Sylvania family income data, there are 1,169 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 16 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sylvania
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001142.2%
$10,000 to $14,999160.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991452.8%
$25,000 to $34,999991.9%
$35,000 to $49,9994528.7%
$50,000 to $74,99998218.9%
$75,000 to $99,99971713.8%
$100,000 to $149,9991,16922.5%
$150,000 to $199,99991417.6%
$200,000+58711.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sylvania

4-person families (897 | 17.3%) account for the highest median family income in Sylvania with $138,882 per family, while 2-person families (2,824 | 54.4%) have the highest median income of $45,987 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sylvania
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,824 (54.4%)$91,974
3-Person Families909 (17.5%)$109,427
4-Person Families897 (17.3%)$138,882
5-Person Families439 (8.5%)$126,875
6-Person Families113 (2.2%)$105,443
7+ Person Families12 (0.2%)$0
Total5,194 (100.0%)$104,861

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sylvania

The median family income in Sylvania is $104,861, with families comprising 3+ earners (568) having the highest median family income of $140,000, while families with no earners (677) have the lowest median family income of $55,721, accounting for 10.9% and 13.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sylvania
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners677 (13.0%)$55,721
1 Earner1,743 (33.6%)$72,568
2 Earners2,206 (42.5%)$136,765
3+ Earners568 (10.9%)$140,000
Total5,194 (100.0%)$104,861

Household Income in Sylvania

Household Income Brackets in Sylvania

With 1,488 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sylvania, accounting for 19.3% of all households. In contrast, only 123 households (1.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sylvania
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002773.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991231.6%
$15,000 to $24,9993784.9%
$25,000 to $34,9994095.3%
$35,000 to $49,99977110.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991,48819.3%
$75,000 to $99,99997112.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991,44118.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991,07113.9%
$200,000+77910.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sylvania

The median household income in Sylvania is $86,048, with the highest median household income of $105,378 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,321 households (30.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $21,875, with 232 households (3.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sylvania
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years232 (3.0%)$21,875
25 to 44 Years2,321 (30.1%)$105,378
45 to 64 Years2,619 (34.0%)$101,193
65+ Years2,536 (32.9%)$72,037
Total7,708 (100.0%)$86,048

Poverty in Sylvania

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sylvania

With 5.2% poverty level for males and 8.5% for females among the residents of Sylvania, 16 and 17 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 38 males (19.9%) and 122 females (31.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sylvania
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (4.3%)122 (31.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years14 (1.9%)69 (9.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)14 (7.4%)
15 Years26 (15.1%)22 (19.3%)
16 and 17 Years38 (19.9%)3 (1.3%)
18 to 24 Years58 (12.0%)123 (20.9%)
25 to 34 Years67 (6.0%)124 (11.1%)
35 to 44 Years39 (3.5%)76 (6.4%)
45 to 54 Years62 (5.8%)37 (3.9%)
55 to 64 Years52 (5.0%)68 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years50 (4.3%)70 (5.8%)
75 Years and over32 (5.9%)64 (6.4%)
Total473 (5.2%)792 (8.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sylvania

According to the poverty statistics in Sylvania, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sylvania
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years775 (95.7%)266 (68.6%)
5 Years186 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years705 (98.1%)697 (91.0%)
12 to 14 Years519 (100.0%)174 (92.5%)
15 Years146 (84.9%)92 (80.7%)
16 and 17 Years153 (80.1%)228 (98.7%)
18 to 24 Years425 (88.0%)465 (79.1%)
25 to 34 Years1,056 (94.0%)997 (88.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,080 (96.5%)1,115 (93.6%)
45 to 54 Years1,013 (94.2%)919 (96.1%)
55 to 64 Years981 (95.0%)1,410 (95.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,115 (95.7%)1,134 (94.2%)
75 Years and over514 (94.1%)940 (93.6%)
Total8,668 (94.8%)8,502 (91.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sylvania

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sylvania show that 3.5% or 147 of the total 4,247 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 4.1%, comprising of 47 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sylvania
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,606 (96.3%)100 (3.7%)
1 or 2 Children1,095 (95.9%)47 (4.1%)
3 or 4 Children392 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,100 (96.5%)147 (3.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sylvania

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sylvania
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)114 (25.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)114 (14.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sylvania

The poverty data for Sylvania shows that 147 of the married-couple family households (3.5%) and 114 of the single-parent households (12.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 households (4.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 114 household (22.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sylvania
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children100 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children47 (4.1%)114 (22.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total147 (3.5%)114 (12.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Sylvania

Employment by Class of Employer in Sylvania

Among the 9,254 employed individuals in Sylvania, private company employees (5,541 | 59.9%), not-for-profit organizations (1,390 | 15.0%), and local government employees (997 | 10.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sylvania
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5,54159.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3643.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5816.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,39015.0%
Local Government Employees99710.8%
State Government Employees3293.6%
Federal Government Employees520.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total9,254100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sylvania

According to the labor force statistics for Sylvania, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,064), 64.4% or 9,701 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 369 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 91.0% or 2,102 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.9% or 65 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sylvania
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years547 (54.8%)65 (11.9%)
20 to 24 Years551 (80.9%)52 (9.4%)
25 to 29 Years946 (84.5%)22 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Years1,015 (90.1%)9 (0.9%)
35 to 44 Years2,102 (91.0%)57 (2.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,829 (90.0%)48 (2.6%)
55 to 59 Years1,172 (81.9%)79 (6.7%)
60 to 64 Years742 (66.9%)13 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years648 (26.3%)27 (4.2%)
75 Years and over153 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,701 (64.4%)369 (3.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sylvania

According to labor force statistics for Sylvania, 85.5% of individuals (7,804) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,127) are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 226 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.0% or 4,228 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.9% or 93 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sylvania
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School77 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,342 (89.8%)103 (6.9%)
College / Associate Degree2,157 (76.6%)132 (4.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,228 (91.0%)37 (0.8%)
Total7,804 (85.5%)265 (2.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sylvania

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sylvania are Community & Social Service (1,435 | 15.4%), Management (1,113 | 11.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,096 | 11.8%), Education Instruction & Library (863 | 9.3%), and Health Technologists (714 | 7.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sylvania

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sylvania, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (92.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (83.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (78.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (83.1%), Community & Social Service (75.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (73.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sylvania
OccupationMaleFemale
Management701 (63.0%)412 (37.0%)
Business & Financial231 (48.4%)246 (51.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science555 (83.6%)109 (16.4%)
Computers & Mathematics225 (78.7%)61 (21.3%)
Architecture & Engineering310 (92.0%)27 (8.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science20 (48.8%)21 (51.2%)
Community & Social Service 358 (24.9%)1,077 (75.0%)
Education, Arts & Media62 (30.2%)143 (69.8%)
Legal Services & Support23 (27.7%)60 (72.3%)
Education Instruction & Library225 (26.1%)638 (73.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment48 (16.9%)236 (83.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating309 (28.2%)787 (71.8%)
Health Technologists252 (35.3%)462 (64.7%)
Total (Category)2,154 (45.0%)2,631 (55.0%)
Total (Overall)4,679 (50.2%)4,637 (49.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sylvania are Food Preparation & Serving (417 | 4.5%), Personal Care & Service (247 | 2.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (228 | 2.5%), Healthcare Support (216 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (203 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in Sylvania

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sylvania, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (84.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (72.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (92.7%), Healthcare Support (88.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (59.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sylvania
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support25 (11.6%)191 (88.4%)
Security & Protection172 (84.7%)31 (15.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention83 (72.8%)31 (27.2%)
Law Enforcement89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving168 (40.3%)249 (59.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance155 (68.0%)73 (32.0%)
Personal Care & Service18 (7.3%)229 (92.7%)
Total (Category)538 (41.0%)773 (59.0%)
Total (Overall)4,679 (50.2%)4,637 (49.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sylvania are Office & Administration (972 | 10.4%), and Sales & Related (967 | 10.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sylvania

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sylvania
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related664 (68.7%)303 (31.3%)
Office & Administration239 (24.6%)733 (75.4%)
Total (Category)903 (46.6%)1,036 (53.4%)
Total (Overall)4,679 (50.2%)4,637 (49.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sylvania are Construction & Extraction (237 | 2.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (110 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sylvania

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sylvania
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair98 (89.1%)12 (10.9%)
Total (Category)335 (96.5%)12 (3.5%)
Total (Overall)4,679 (50.2%)4,637 (49.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sylvania are Transportation (443 | 4.8%), Production (272 | 2.9%), and Material Moving (219 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sylvania

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sylvania
OccupationMaleFemale
Production177 (65.1%)95 (34.9%)
Transportation407 (91.9%)36 (8.1%)
Material Moving165 (75.3%)54 (24.7%)
Total (Category)749 (80.2%)185 (19.8%)
Total (Overall)4,679 (50.2%)4,637 (49.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sylvania

Employment Industries in Sylvania

The major employment industries in Sylvania include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,739 | 18.7%), Educational Services (1,292 | 13.9%), Manufacturing (1,129 | 12.1%), Retail Trade (871 | 9.3%), and Professional & Scientific (687 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Sylvania

Employment Industries by Sex in Sylvania

The Sylvania industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (87.3%), and Construction (81.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (74.4%), Educational Services (72.4%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (57.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sylvania
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction324 (81.6%)73 (18.4%)
Manufacturing783 (69.4%)346 (30.6%)
Wholesale Trade208 (80.3%)51 (19.7%)
Retail Trade570 (65.4%)301 (34.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing329 (87.3%)48 (12.7%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information90 (57.3%)67 (42.7%)
Finance & Insurance201 (53.7%)173 (46.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing83 (42.1%)114 (57.9%)
Professional & Scientific332 (48.3%)355 (51.7%)
Enterprise Management15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support170 (47.1%)191 (52.9%)
Educational Services357 (27.6%)935 (72.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance445 (25.6%)1,294 (74.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation111 (48.9%)116 (51.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services248 (47.1%)278 (52.8%)
Public Administration200 (74.1%)70 (25.9%)
Total4,679 (50.2%)4,637 (49.8%)

Education in Sylvania

School Enrollment in Sylvania

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,486 students in Sylvania are elementary school (1,110 | 24.7%), high school (968 | 21.6%), and college / undergraduate (816 | 18.2%).
School Enrollment in Sylvania
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3467.7%
Kindergarten2665.9%
Elementary School1,11024.7%
Middle School75716.9%
High School96821.6%
College / Undergraduate81618.2%
Graduate / Professional2235.0%
Total4,486100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sylvania

Out of a total of 4,486 students who are enrolled in schools in Sylvania, 852 (19.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,634 (81.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 105 (54.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 968 (89.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sylvania
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds149 (53.4%)130 (46.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,084 (88.3%)144 (11.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds968 (89.1%)118 (10.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds537 (74.6%)183 (25.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds411 (85.1%)72 (14.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds264 (84.6%)48 (15.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds133 (71.9%)52 (28.1%)
35 Years and over88 (45.6%)105 (54.4%)
Total3,634 (81.0%)852 (19.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sylvania

Business (1,478 | 20.8%), education (1,361 | 19.2%), science & technology (1,049 | 14.8%), engineering (688 | 9.7%), and communications (434 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 7,107 individuals in Sylvania who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sylvania
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2082.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2453.5%
Physical & Health Sciences1381.9%
Psychology1412.0%
Social Sciences2163.0%
Engineering6889.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies260.4%
Science & Technology1,04914.8%
Business1,47820.8%
Education1,36119.2%
Literature & Languages2443.4%
Liberal Arts & History3184.5%
Visual & Performing Arts3414.8%
Communications4346.1%
Arts & Humanities2203.1%
Total7,107100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sylvania

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sylvania

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sylvania are males with 2 vehicles (2,378, accounting for 51.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,169, making up 52.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sylvania
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle90 (1.9%)41 (0.9%)
1 Vehicle566 (12.2%)997 (21.8%)
2 Vehicles2,378 (51.1%)2,169 (47.5%)
3 Vehicles1,021 (22.0%)868 (19.0%)
4 Vehicles468 (10.1%)424 (9.3%)
5 or more Vehicles127 (2.7%)64 (1.4%)
Total4,650 (100.0%)4,563 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sylvania

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sylvania are 20 to 24 minutes (1,882 commuters, 22.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,333 commuters, 16.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,181 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Sylvania
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2092.5%
5 to 9 Minutes94211.4%
10 to 14 Minutes1,18114.3%
15 to 19 Minutes1,33316.1%
20 to 24 Minutes1,88222.8%
25 to 29 Minutes7068.5%
30 to 34 Minutes99112.0%
35 to 39 Minutes1141.4%
40 to 44 Minutes1812.2%
45 to 59 Minutes2533.1%
60 to 89 Minutes2012.4%
90 or more Minutes2793.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Sylvania

The most common commute times in Sylvania are 20 to 24 minutes (919 commuters, 21.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (963 commuters, 24.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sylvania
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes104 (2.4%)105 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes421 (9.9%)521 (13.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes590 (13.9%)591 (14.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes600 (14.1%)733 (18.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes919 (21.6%)963 (24.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes417 (9.8%)289 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes505 (11.9%)486 (12.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes114 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes98 (2.3%)83 (2.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes147 (3.5%)106 (2.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes111 (2.6%)90 (2.2%)
90 or more Minutes233 (5.5%)46 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sylvania

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sylvania are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (619, 14.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (980, 24.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sylvania
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM237 (5.6%)41 (1.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM49 (1.1%)46 (1.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM111 (2.6%)62 (1.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM218 (5.1%)289 (7.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM422 (9.9%)175 (4.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM601 (14.1%)634 (15.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM619 (14.5%)980 (24.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM423 (9.9%)405 (10.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM429 (10.1%)420 (10.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM206 (4.8%)343 (8.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM144 (3.4%)141 (3.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM50 (1.2%)46 (1.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM262 (6.1%)158 (3.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM488 (11.5%)273 (6.8%)
Total4,259 (100.0%)4,013 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sylvania

Occupancy by Ownership in Sylvania

Of the total 7,708 dwellings in Sylvania, owner-occupied units account for 5,963 (77.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,745 (22.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sylvania
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units5,96377.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,74522.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units7,708100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sylvania

Occupancy by Household Size in Sylvania
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,08027.0%
2-Person Household3,15340.9%
3-Person Household90611.7%
4+ Person Household1,56920.4%
Total Housing Units7,708100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sylvania

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sylvania
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,189 (57.2%)891 (42.8%)
2-Person Household2,554 (81.0%)599 (19.0%)
3-Person Household776 (85.7%)130 (14.3%)
4+ Person Household1,444 (92.0%)125 (8.0%)
Total Housing Units5,963 (77.4%)1,745 (22.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sylvania

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sylvania
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School112 (76.2%)35 (23.8%)
High School Diploma872 (71.2%)353 (28.8%)
College/Associate Degree1,509 (69.9%)651 (30.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,470 (83.1%)706 (16.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sylvania

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sylvania
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,27216.5%
35 to 44 Years1,28116.6%
45 to 54 Years1,14714.9%
55 to 64 Years1,47219.1%
65 to 74 Years1,42218.4%
75 to 84 Years83410.8%
85 Years and Over2803.6%
Total7,708100.0%

Housing Finances in Sylvania

Median Income by Occupancy in Sylvania

Median Income by Occupancy in Sylvania
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied5,963 (77.4%)$106,860
Renter-Occupied1,745 (22.6%)$42,055
Average7,708 (100.0%)$86,048

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sylvania

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sylvania
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00091 (1.5%)115 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99916 (0.3%)54 (3.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99969 (1.2%)51 (2.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999135 (2.3%)122 (7.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99955 (0.9%)69 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999168 (2.8%)244 (14.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999421 (7.1%)348 (19.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,099 (18.4%)386 (22.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999773 (13.0%)201 (11.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,340 (22.5%)102 (5.9%)
$150,000 or more1,796 (30.1%)53 (3.0%)
Total5,963 (100.0%)1,745 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sylvania

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sylvania
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30074 (1.2%)15 (0.9%)
$300 to $499472 (7.9%)42 (2.4%)
$500 to $7991,141 (19.1%)593 (34.0%)
$800 to $999599 (10.1%)346 (19.8%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,182 (19.8%)583 (33.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,425 (23.9%)135 (7.7%)
$2,000 to $2,499731 (12.3%)6 (0.3%)
$2,500 to $2,999179 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more160 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,963 (100.0%)1,745 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sylvania

Housing Structures in Sylvania

Housing Structures in Sylvania
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,41770.3%
Single Unit, Attached5206.8%
2 Unit Apartments1542.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2232.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4575.9%
10 or more Apartments88511.5%
Mobile Home / Other520.7%
Total7,708100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sylvania

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sylvania
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached5,154 (95.1%)263 (4.9%)
Single Unit, Attached451 (86.7%)69 (13.3%)
2 Unit Apartments6 (3.9%)148 (96.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)223 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments109 (23.8%)348 (76.1%)
10 or more Apartments191 (21.6%)694 (78.4%)
Mobile Home / Other52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,963 (77.4%)1,745 (22.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sylvania

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sylvania
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)31 (1.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms84 (1.4%)555 (31.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms832 (14.0%)719 (41.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,365 (39.7%)348 (19.9%)
8 or more Rooms2,682 (45.0%)92 (5.3%)
Total5,963 (100.0%)1,745 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sylvania

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sylvania
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,349 (89.7%)1,078 (61.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas11 (0.2%)62 (3.5%)
Electricity603 (10.1%)605 (34.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,963 (100.0%)1,745 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sylvania

Household Vehicle Usage in Sylvania
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle72 (1.2%)181 (10.4%)
1 Vehicle1,423 (23.9%)1,056 (60.5%)
2 Vehicles3,183 (53.4%)400 (22.9%)
3 or more Vehicles1,285 (21.5%)108 (6.2%)
Total5,963 (100.0%)1,745 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sylvania

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sylvania

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,1693,794
Median Property Value$186,300$230,300
Median Household Income$74,007$1,374
Monthly Housing Costs$646$160
Real Estate Taxes$3,751$19

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sylvania

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sylvania
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000108 (5.0%)33 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $99,999170 (7.8%)96 (2.5%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,644 (75.8%)3,096 (81.6%)
$300,000 to $499,999218 (10.1%)459 (12.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99929 (1.3%)25 (0.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)77 (2.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)8 (0.2%)
Total2,169 (100.0%)3,794 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sylvania

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sylvania
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00062 (2.9%)193 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999193 (8.9%)45 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999134 (6.2%)66 (1.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999266 (12.3%)34 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999443 (20.4%)155 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999285 (13.1%)656 (17.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999364 (16.8%)488 (12.9%)
$150,000 or more422 (19.5%)976 (25.7%)
Total2,169 (100.0%)3,794 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sylvania

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sylvania
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x833 (38.4%)119,783 (3,157.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x649 (29.9%)2,251 (59.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x244 (11.3%)884 (23.3%)
4.0x or more423 (19.5%)318 (8.4%)
Total2,169 (100.0%)3,794 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sylvania

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sylvania
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800121 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49957 (2.6%)69 (1.8%)
$800 to $1,4991,991 (91.8%)175 (4.6%)
Total2,169 (100.0%)3,794 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sylvania

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sylvania

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sylvania
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,443 (98.8%)17 (1.2%)
6 to 18 Years3,048 (94.6%)175 (5.4%)
19 to 25 Years1,029 (95.9%)44 (4.1%)
26 to 34 Years2,063 (96.4%)77 (3.6%)
35 to 44 Years2,121 (92.4%)175 (7.6%)
45 to 54 Years1,944 (95.7%)87 (4.3%)
55 to 64 Years2,431 (96.8%)80 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years2,357 (99.5%)12 (0.5%)
75 Years and older1,539 (99.3%)11 (0.7%)
Total17,975 (96.4%)678 (3.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sylvania

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sylvania
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,443 (98.8%)17 (1.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,048 (94.6%)175 (5.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,029 (95.9%)44 (4.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sylvania

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sylvania
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,084 (92.8%)84 (7.2%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,842 (90.7%)188 (9.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,343 (94.6%)192 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,081 (95.5%)99 (4.5%)
$100,000 and over9,438 (98.8%)115 (1.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sylvania

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sylvania
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6290 (19.9%)1,272 (87.1%)
6 to 18 Years667 (20.7%)2,653 (82.3%)
19 to 25 Years248 (23.1%)797 (74.3%)
25 to 34 Years221 (10.3%)1,905 (89.0%)
35 to 44 Years317 (13.8%)1,933 (84.2%)
45 to 54 Years184 (9.1%)1,812 (89.2%)
55 to 64 Years241 (9.6%)2,231 (88.8%)
65 to 74 Years2,254 (95.2%)1,755 (74.1%)
75 Years and over1,521 (98.1%)1,246 (80.4%)
Total5,943 (31.9%)15,604 (83.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sylvania

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sylvania
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years30 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years152 (8.4%)12 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years38 (2.3%)151 (8.2%)
35 to 64 Years247 (7.6%)234 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years182 (15.6%)180 (14.9%)
75 Years and over168 (30.8%)470 (46.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sylvania

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sylvania: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years45 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years89 (7.6%)50 (4.2%)
75 Years and over145 (26.6%)253 (25.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sylvania: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years30 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years24 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years37 (1.1%)50 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years21 (1.8%)17 (1.4%)
75 Years and over17 (3.1%)58 (5.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sylvania: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years152 (8.4%)12 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years11 (0.7%)71 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years99 (3.1%)102 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years25 (2.1%)12 (1.0%)
75 Years and over39 (7.1%)99 (9.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sylvania: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years25 (1.5%)67 (3.6%)
35 to 64 Years96 (3.0%)147 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years59 (5.1%)120 (10.0%)
75 Years and over19 (3.5%)270 (26.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sylvania: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (0.7%)20 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years53 (1.6%)38 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (0.9%)
75 Years and over6 (1.1%)44 (4.4%)

Technology Access in Sylvania

Computing Device Access in Sylvania

Computing Device Access in Sylvania
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop6,68486.7%
Smartphone6,97990.5%
Tablet5,61472.8%
No Computing Device3284.3%
Total7,708100.0%

Internet Access in Sylvania

Internet Access in Sylvania
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home6,43683.5%
Cellular Data Only6097.9%
Satellite Internet2323.0%
No Internet5407.0%
Total7,708100.0%

Sylvania Summary

Sylvania is a city located in Lucas County, Ohio, United States. It is a suburb of Toledo, located just north of the city. The population was 18,965 at the 2010 census.

History

Sylvania was founded in 1836 by James Kilbourne, a surveyor from Connecticut. He named the area after the Latin word for “forest”, sylva. The area was originally part of the Great Black Swamp, which was drained in the 19th century to make way for settlement.
In 1872, the Toledo, Norwalk and Cleveland Railroad was built through the area, connecting it to Toledo and other nearby towns. This helped to spur growth in the area, and by the 1880s, Sylvania had become a popular summer resort destination.
In the early 20th century, Sylvania was known for its many resorts and summer homes. It was also home to a number of wealthy families, including the Spitzers, who owned a large estate in the area.

Geography

Sylvania is located at 41°41'17" North, 83°42'17" West (41.6879, -83.7048). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 8.1 square miles (21.0 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.

Economy

Sylvania is home to a number of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. The city is also home to the headquarters of the Owens Corning Corporation, a Fortune 500 company that produces insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composites.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 18,965 people, 7,845 households, and 5,072 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,346.2 people per square mile (905.3/km2). There were 8,345 housing units at an average density of 1,026.2 per square mile (396.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 90.2% White, 4.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 7,845 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.2% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $54,945, and the median income for a family was $66,945. Males had a median income of $50,945 versus $35,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $27,945. About 3.2% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sylvania?
Total Population of Sylvania is 19,042.
What is the Total Male Population of Sylvania?
Total Male Population of Sylvania is 9,281.
What is the Total Female Population of Sylvania?
Total Female Population of Sylvania is 9,761.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sylvania?
There are 95.08 Males per 100 Females in Sylvania.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sylvania?
There are 105.17 Females per 100 Males in Sylvania.
What is the Median Population Age in Sylvania?
Median Population Age in Sylvania is 42.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sylvania
Average Family Size in Sylvania is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sylvania
Average Household Size in Sylvania is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sylvania?
Per Capita income in Sylvania is $45,664.
What is the Median Family Income in Sylvania?
Median Family Income in Sylvania is $104,861.
What is the Median Household income in Sylvania?
Median Household Income in Sylvania is $86,048.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sylvania?
Income or Wage Gap in Sylvania is 38.3%.
Women in Sylvania earn 61.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Sylvania?
Family Income Deficit in Sylvania is $10,016.
Families that are below poverty line in Sylvania earn $10,016 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sylvania?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sylvania is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sylvania?
There are 9,701 People in the Labor Forcein in Sylvania.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sylvania?
64.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Sylvania.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sylvania?
Unemployment Rate in Sylvania is 3.8%.