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Perrysburg, OH

Perrysburg is a city located in Wood County, Ohio, United States, along the south side of the Maumee River. The population was 25,041 at the 2020 census. Part of the Toledo metropolitan area, the city is 12 miles (19 km) southwest of Toledo. Perrysburg served as the county seat from 1822 to 1868.

Perrysburg was surveyed and platted by a federal survey team in the summer of 1816. A local legend has held that it was designed by noted architect Charles Pierre L'Enfant after he planned Washington, DC, but this has not been supported by fact.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.51 square miles (29.81 km²), all land. Contrary to popular opinion and hundreds of historical articles, the 1816 survey of Perrysburg encompassed 1.786 square miles, NOT 1.000 square miles.

Perrysburg lies near the center of the Twelve Mile Square Reservation, a tract of land ceded in 1795 to the United States of America by the Odawa people following their defeat in the Northwest Indian Wars. They had occupied this territory since the turn of the 18th century, after having settled in the region of the French trading post at Fort Detroit. Also known as the Ottawa, they had controlled much of the territory along the Maumee River in present-day northwestern Ohio.

In 1810, early European-American settlers here were Major Amos Spafford (1753-1818), his wife Olive (1756-1823), and their four children. In 1796, Spafford, a native of Connecticut, was a surveyor for the Connecticut Land Company. He drew the first map laying out Cleveland and named the city. He left there in 1810 following his appointment as US Customs Collector and postmaster for the new port at the Foot of the Rapids of the Miami of the Lake Maumee River. Two years later, 67 families lived in the area, but most fled at the outbreak of the War of 1812.

After the war and the 1817 Treaty of Fort Meigs, which extinguished the Ottawa claim to this area, Spafford returned to the area. He settled on a 160-acre land grant, signed by President James Monroe, on River Tract #64 in Waynesfield Township. Other veterans who received land grants for their service during that war also settled in this area.

On October 12, 1984, President Ronald Reagan made a whistle-stop in Perrysburg while traveling in the historic Ferdinand Magellan railroad car. He drew a crowd of over 20,000.

Perrysburg places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with numerous facilities and programs available to promote overall well-being. The Wood County Hospital serves as a cornerstone of healthcare in the area, offering comprehensive medical services to residents. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Perrysburg Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Orangetheory Gym, Fitness Bootcamp, and Jekyll and Hyde Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Perrysburg, such as the Wet Woods Trail Boardwalk and Rivercrest Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Perrysburg, OH are Fort Meigs Historic Site, Side Cut Metropark, and 577 Foundation.

Population: 25,313 (2024). ZIP codes: 43551–43552. Area code: 419. Elevation: 630 ft (192 m). Area: 11.93 sq mi (30.91 km²).

FAQs

Is Perrysburg, OH a good place to live?

Perrysburg is in Wood County and is one of the best places to live in Ohio. Living in Perrysburg offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Perrysburg, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Perrysburg and residents tend to lean conservative. 

How old is Perrysburg, OH?

Founded in 1816, Perrysburg, Ohio, (population 19,000) is located along the Maumee River upstream of Lake Erie. It is the home of Fort Meigs, which was the largest wooden walled fortification in North America.  The first settlers arrived in 1810, although the land had been reserved for military purposes since 1795.

Is Perrysburg, OH expensive?

Perrysburg is 8% less expensive than the national average and 3% more expensive to live in than the average city in Ohio. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2-bedroom Apt. Food costs in Perrysburg are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportation costs in Perrysburg are less affordable than average in the United States.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Perrysburg

Wood County Hospital 

Perrysburg Parks and Recreation Department 

Orangetheory Gym

Fitness Bootcamp 

Jekyll and Hyde Gym

Wet Woods Trail Boardwalk 

Rivercrest Park

Fort Meigs Historic Site

Side Cut Metropark

577 Foundation

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