Explore the Counties
Vibrant communities, stunning nature and hardworking people make up the Columbus Region’s 11 counties. Whether you’re looking for the buzz of a big city or a quieter stretch of land, there’s a place for you here.
Franklin County Snapshot
With top colleges, over 50% of the population holding an associate degree or higher, Franklin County is a hotbed of millennial talent hungry to contribute at innovative companies.
Location
The center of the Columbus Region, near all major transportation hubs and through-access routes
Population
Franklin County is home to 1,354,595 residents with a median age of 34.9
Notable Cities
Franklin County’s key cities include Columbus, Dublin, New Albany and Hilliard
Notable Businesses
Abercrombie & Fitch, Cardinal Health, Nationwide, and Worthington Enterprises
Delaware County Snapshot
The county is centrally located with easy access to both the most rural and urban areas of the Columbus Region, along with several airports, railways, and major interstate highways.
Location
Just north of Columbus with through access to Interstate 71 and U.S. Route 23
Population
Delaware County is home to 234,832 residents with a median age of 40.2
Notable Cities
Delaware County’s key cities include Delaware and Powell
Notable Businesses
JP Morgan Chase, McGraw Hill, Showa, and Anthem BlueCross BlueShield
Fairfield County Snapshot
The county’s history of farming and manufacturing combined with diverse educational opportunities provide businesses with the people, skills, and assistance they need to keep their operations running at peak performance.
Location
Southeast of Columbus at the intersection of U.S. Routes 33 and 22
Population
Fairfield County is home to 165,176 residents with a median age of 40
Notable Cities
Fairfield County’s key cities include Canal Winchester, Lancaster, and Pickerington
Notable Businesses
Claypool Electric, DK Manufacturing, NIFCO, and The Oneida Group
Knox County Snapshot
Regarded as a very stable place to live and work, the county continually collaborates on ways to help businesses and job seekers make connections, while advancing skills and knowledge.
Location
Northeast of Columbus with rural surroundings
Population
Knox County is home to 63,996 residents with a median age of 39.6
Notable City
Knox County’s key city is Mount Vernon
Notable Businesses
Burrows Paper Corporation, FT Precision, Kokosing, and Mauser Packaging Solutions
Licking County Snapshot
Offering a comprehensive collection of resources, amenities, and incentives for new and growing businesses, Licking County boasts a strong infrastructure, diverse workforce, and highly accessible transportation.
Location
Directly east of Columbus, with Interstate 70 as its southern border
Population
Licking County is home to 183,308 residents with a median age of 40.8
Notable Cities
Licking County’s key cities include Newark, Heath, and Pataskala
Notable Companies
Amazon Web Services, Axium Plastics, Owens Corning, and State Farm
Logan County Snapshot
Nearly 10,000 workers commute into Logan County every day thanks in part to North America’s largest automobile proving ground—the Transportation Research Center (TRC) of Logan County—which sits on a staggering 4,500 acres.
Location
Northwest of Columbus directly along Interstate 33
Population
Logan County is home to 46,255 residents with a median age of 43.1
Notable City
Logan County’s key city is Bellefontaine
Notable Companies
Honda, TRC, SpartanNash, and AGC
Madison County Snapshot
The county provides easy multi-state access, strong local school districts, and abundant natural resources for businesses and residents. The county is home to many successful companies spanning a variety of industries.
Location
Southwest of Columbus between the Columbus metro and Springfield
Population
Madison County is home to 43,764 with a median age of 41.4
Notable City
Madison County’s key city is London
Notable Companies
Battelle, Mars, Keihin, XPO Logistics, and Stanley Electric US Co.
Marion County Snapshot
The county offers a safe community, affordable housing, recreation, arts, and virtually no commute time to the area’s largest employers.
Location
North of Columbus with through access to State Route 23
Population
Marion County is home to 64,492 residents with a median age of 41.6
Notable City
Marion County’s key city is Marion
Notable Companies
Whirlpool, Yachiyo, Andersen, Mennel, and Nucor
Morrow County Snapshot
The county is home to global employers and continues to attract new companies to strengthen its employer base.
Location
Due north of Columbus along Interstate 71
Population
Morrow County is home to 35,320 residents with a median age of 42.9
Notable City
Morrow County’s key city is Mt. Gilead
Notable Companies
Fishburn Services, Baillie, Lubrication Specialties, DollarTree, and Cardington Yutaka Technologies
Pickaway County Snapshot
Centrally located in the state of Ohio, the county has a well-developed transportation and utility infrastructure system with ample capacity to accommodate most industrial and business needs.
Location
Directly south of Columbus along Interstate 71
Population
Pickaway County is home to 60,391 residents with a median age of 40.6
Notable City
Pickaway County’s key city is Circleville
Notable Companies
Dupont, PPG, Aleris, Hyperlogistics Group, and Sofidel
Union County Snapshot
The county provides businesses with many advantages, including a diverse and highly skilled workforce, growing population, and low cost of living and conducting business, plus direct access to surrounding metros.
Location
Northwest of Columbus at the intersection of State Routes 33 and 36
Population
Union County is home to 69,356 residents with a median age of 38.5
Notable Cities
Union County’s key cities include Dublin and Marysville
Notable Companies
Honda, ScottsMiracle-Gro, Nestlé, and Parker Hannifin
“We’re committed to expanding opportunities for Central Ohio to continue to lead the nation as a model for sustainable and equitable growth.”
Sue zazon / Chairwoman, One Columbus Board of Directors
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