Where is Bowling Green, Ohio, USA?

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Where is Bowling Green Located? - Bowling Green is a city located in the Wood County of Ohio, United States. Bowling Green lies between 40.7764882 Degrees North latitudes and 73.4673454 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Bowling Green, Ohio

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Where is Bowling Green Located?

Bowling Green is a city located in the Wood County of Ohio, United States. Bowling Green lies between 40.7764882 Degrees North latitudes and 73.4673454 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Bowling Green city is 30808 people and the city has a total area of 12.67 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Bowling Green, Ohio Quick Facts

FactDetails
CityBowling Green
CountyWood County
StateOhio
State CapitalColumbus
CountryUnited States
US RegionMidwest
Latitude41.3748°N
Longitude83.6513°W
Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Land Area13.61 sq mi
Water Area0.03 sq mi
Total Area13.64 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)30,808
Population DensityApproximately 2,264 per sq mi
ZIP Code43402, 43403
Area Code419, 567
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code39-08966
Congressional DistrictOhio's 9th Congressional District

Nearby Cities and Towns to Bowling Green, Ohio

  • Perrysburg, Ohio - 11 mi North
  • Rossford, Ohio - 15 mi North
  • North Baltimore, Ohio - 16 mi South
  • Maumee, Ohio - 15 mi North
  • Fostoria, Ohio - 24 mi Southeast
  • Findlay, Ohio - 27 mi South
  • Toledo, Ohio - 24 mi North
  • Fremont, Ohio - 31 mi East
  • Napoleon, Ohio - 32 mi West
  • Tiffin, Ohio - 33 mi Southeast

Bowling Green, Ohio Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Precipitation (in)
January33192.2
April59393.3
July83633.6
October62432.6
Annual594235.3
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate ClassificationHot-Summer Humid Continental (Köppen Dfa)
Annual PrecipitationApproximately 35.3 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysAbout 180 days
Severe Weather RiskModerate - Thunderstorms, occasional tornadoes, winter snow and ice
Annual SnowfallApproximately 27 inches

Driving Distances from Bowling Green, Ohio

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
PerrysburgOhio1115 min
MaumeeOhio1520 min
RossfordOhio1520 min
North BaltimoreOhio1620 min
ToledoOhio2430 min
FostoriaOhio2430 min
FindlayOhio2730 min
FremontOhio3140 min
NapoleonOhio3240 min
TiffinOhio3340 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Bowling Green, Ohio

TransportationDetails
Nearest AirportToledo Express Airport
IATA CodeTOL
Nearest Major AirportDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Major HighwaysInterstate 75, U.S. Route 6, State Route 25, State Route 64
Rail ServiceFreight rail service; passenger rail available in nearby Toledo
Local TransitBowling Green Transit and Wood County Committee on Aging transportation services
  • Interstate 75 provides direct access to Toledo, Findlay, Dayton and other major cities across Ohio.
  • U.S. Route 6 and State Routes 25 and 64 connect Bowling Green with neighboring communities throughout northwest Ohio.
  • Toledo Express Airport, approximately 20 miles north, offers commercial air service, while Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport provides extensive domestic and international flights.
  • Local transit services and university transportation help connect residents, students and visitors throughout the city and Wood County.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Bowling Green, Ohio

LandmarkType
Bowling Green State UniversityPublic University Campus
National Museum of the Great Lakes (Nearby)Maritime Museum
Wood County Historical Center & MuseumHistory Museum
Slippery Elm TrailMulti-Use Trail
Simpson Garden ParkCommunity Park
Carter ParkCity Park
Snook's Dream CarsAutomobile Museum
Wintergarden/St. John's Nature PreserveNature Preserve
Doyt L. Perry StadiumFootball Stadium
Bowling Green City ParkRecreation Area

Colleges and Universities in Bowling Green, Ohio

InstitutionTypeLevelNotable For
Bowling Green State UniversityPublicResearch UniversityBusiness, education, aviation, engineering technology and communications
Owens Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer training and transfer programs
University of ToledoPublicResearch UniversityEngineering, medicine, law and business
Terra State Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical education and workforce development
Tiffin UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, criminal justice and sports management
Heidelberg UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, education and business

Waterbodies in Bowling Green, Ohio

Portage River, Tenmile Creek, Rocky Ford Creek, Beaver Creek, Wintergarden Pond, Otsego Park Lake, Nettle Lake, Maumee River, Sandusky River, Lake Erie.

Golf Courses in Bowling Green, Ohio

Stone Ridge Golf Club, Forrest Creason Golf Course, Riverby Hills Golf Club, Belmont Country Club, Heatherdowns Country Club, Maumee Bay Golf Course, Brandywine Country Club, Crosswinds Golf Club.

Bowling Green, Ohio - Key Historical Facts

  • Bowling Green was founded in 1832 and became the county seat of Wood County as settlers moved into northwest Ohio following the draining of the Great Black Swamp.
  • The arrival of the railroad in the nineteenth century encouraged commercial growth and strengthened the city's role as a regional agricultural and business center.
  • Bowling Green State University was established in 1910 as a teacher training institution and has since grown into one of Ohio's leading public universities.
  • Oil and natural gas discoveries in the late nineteenth century contributed significantly to the local economy and regional development.
  • The city has continued to expand through education, manufacturing, healthcare and technology while maintaining a vibrant downtown district.
  • Today, Bowling Green is widely recognized for its university, cultural events, parks, recreational trails and strong educational and business community.

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