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County overview

Lucas County

Ohio - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Lucas County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Lucas County

Population
430,014
Age 65+
16.7%
Median age
38.1
Owner-occupied
61.5%
With disability
15.3%
Median home value
$144,200
Median income
$57,265
Residents 65+
71,845
How Lucas County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+1.2%
% owner-occupied
-5.1%
% with disability
+18.6%
Median household income
-23.8%
Median home value
-48.8%
Median age
-1%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Lucas County

Lucas County is home to roughly 430,014 residents, of whom about 71,812 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 16.7%, in line with the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 61.5% of homes in Lucas County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $144,200. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 15.3% of Lucas County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.