| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Wert | 1 | 11,200 | 11,117 | 0% | 1,487 | 8 | City |
| Convoy | 2 | 1,003 | 1,013 | -0.3% | 1,605 | 1 | Village |
| Ohio City | 3 | 643 | 653 | -0.31% | 1,216 | 1 | Village |
| Middle Point | 4 | 570 | 569 | 0% | 1,048 | 1 | Village |
| Willshire | 5 | 396 | 405 | -0.5% | 1,122 | 0 | Village |
| Scott | 6 | 235 | 239 | -0.42% | 290 | 1 | Village |
| Wren | 7 | 150 | 154 | -0.66% | 542 | 0 | Village |
| Venedocia | 8 | 137 | 138 | -0.72% | 993 | 0 | Village |
| Elgin | 9 | 46 | 46 | 0% | 205 | 0 | Village |
Van Wert is the largest city in Van Wert County, with a population of 11,200.
Elgin is the smallest city in Van Wert County, with a population of 46.
There are 9 cities in Van Wert County, Ohio.