Markets/Ohio/Van Wert

Van Wert, OH Real Estate Market 2026

Investor-grade market analytics for Van Wert, Ohio. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.

Median Home Price

$188,805

+3.9% year-over-year

12-Month Forecast

+3.9%

base case (Zillow ZHVF)

+3.9% year-over-year

Climate Risk

10/100

Very Low

Market Momentum

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Warm
1.2mo supply ยท Score +3/7

Net migration: Bottom 38% nationally

Income Migration

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In-migrants avg $45,621 AGI vs out-migrants $45,109

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Opportunity Zone Market

1 ZIP codes in Van Wert are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more โ†’

Van Wert Market Summary

Van Wert, OH shows steady growth at 3.9% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 2.89x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (10/100), favorable for long-term investment stability.

Affordability

Affordability Score100/100
Price-to-Income Ratio2.9x (national avg 4.8x)
Median Household Income$65,344

Price Forecast Scenarios

12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)

Bear Case+1.9%
Base Case+3.9%
Bull Case+5.8%

Climate & Natural Hazard Risk

Van Wert, OH's primary climate exposure is wind storms (50/100). The composite climate risk score of 10/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.

Source: FEMA National Risk Index

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