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 and 45.5% 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

The county is home to 1,323,807 residents with a median age of 34.1

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

The county is home to 214,124 residents with a median age of 38.8

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

The county is home to 158,921 residents with a median age of 39.2

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

The county is home to 62,721 residents with a median age of 39.4

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

The county is home to 178,519 residents with a median age of 39.7

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

The county is home to 46,150 residents with a median age of 41.4

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

The county is home to 48,824 residents with a median age of 40.8

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

The county is home to 65,359 residents with a median age of 41.3

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

The county is home to 34,950 residents with a median age of 42.2

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

The county is home to 58,539 residents with a median age of 39.7

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

The county is home to 62,784 residents with a median age of 38

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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