About Alger
Alger, OH is a tiny community located in western Ohio, home to 828 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Alger is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.3 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 2,760 residents per square mile.
📰 Alger News Today
- The road to dedicating Alger's Ray Brown Memorial Park Bluffton Icon · May 13
- Gov. DeWine joins Alger community for opening of Ray Brown Memorial Park Hometown Stations · May 14
- Michael E. Bailey Obituary (2026) - Alger, OH - Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services - Alger Legacy obituary · Aug 1
- Alger residents celebrate opening of Ray Brown Memorial Park LimaOhio.com · May 14
- Hubert Summa Obituary (2026) - Alger, OH - Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services - Alger Legacy obituary · Jun 21
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What Makes Alger Unique
- Positioned in western Ohio, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Ohio — one of 1,265 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 5 miles.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateOhio
TypeVillage
Population (2024)828
Rank in state#566 of 923
Land area0.3 sq mi
Density2,760/sq mi
Coordinates40.7098, -83.8440