Willshire, Ohio
Village · Population 400 · #709 in Ohio
About Willshire
Set in the western part of Ohio, Willshire is a tiny community, home to 400 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Willshire is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.35 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,143 residents per square mile.
📰 Willshire News Today
- Norma Lee Luginbill Obituary (1931 - 2026) - Decatur, IN - WFFT-TV 55 News Legacy obituary · Aug 12
- Marietta E. Miller Obituary February 13, 2026 Zwick and Jahn Funeral Homes · Feb 13
- Willshire Trade Days slated July 23-25 LimaOhio.com · Jun 5
- Elmer Roehm Obituary Oct 24, 2025 - Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home · Oct 24
- Family Home Lost To Fire In Van Wert County Mercer County Outlook · Jan 3
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What Makes Willshire Unique
- The only place in America named Willshire — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- 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
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateOhio
TypeVillage
Population (2024)400
Rank in state#709 of 923
Land area0.35 sq mi
Density1,143/sq mi
Coordinates40.7464, -84.7920