28-565: Reynoldsburg is a city in Fairfield , Franklin , and Licking counties in the U.S. state of Ohio . It is a suburban community in the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area . The population was 41,076 at the 2020 census , making it the 30th-biggest city in Ohio . Reynoldsburg was originally called Frenchtown , and under the latter name was platted in 1831 by John French, and named for him. The present name
56-478: A Special Investigations Unit, a Criminal Investigations Unit, School Resource Officers (two), Community Resource Officers (two located at sub-stations), bicycle officers, a Dispatch Center, and fields a joint SWAT team with Whitehall Police. RPD has been an innovator in central Ohio. The agency's primary community outreach program is its Illumination Project, borrowed from the City of Charleston Police Department . Each month,
84-434: A family was $ 65,835. Males had a median income of $ 49,314 versus $ 37,209 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 26,130. About 7.5% of families and 10.4% of the population were below the poverty line , including 14.7% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over. Prior to 1944, Fairfield County was Democratic in presidential elections, only voting for Republicans twice from 1856 to 1940. Starting with
112-427: A female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.6% were non-families. 28.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.06. The median age in the city was 37.3 years. 26.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between
140-479: A female householder with no husband present, and 26.60% were non-families. 21.90% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.40% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.07. In the county, the population was spread out, with 26.30% under the age of 18, 8.00% from 18 to 24, 30.20% from 25 to 44, 23.90% from 45 to 64, and 12.40% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
168-469: A female householder with no husband present, and 31.5% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.01. In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 31.9% from 25 to 44, 23.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
196-403: Is a descriptive name referring to the beauty of their fields. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 509 square miles (1,320 km ), of which 504 square miles (1,310 km ) is land and 4.2 square miles (11 km ) (0.8%) is water. Fairfield County sits just on the edge of Ohio's Appalachian region. While the once-glaciated northern portion of the county
224-447: Is fairly flat, as one travels south along U.S. 33 one can easily recognize the foothills of a mountainous region beginning around the village of Carroll . Although not officially part of the state or federal definition of Appalachia , certain areas of Fairfield County—particularly those south of U.S. 22 —bear a distinctly Appalachian feel in both physical geography and demographics. The scenic Hocking Hills region lies immediately to
252-615: Is for John C. Reynolds, a local merchant. A post office called Reynoldsburgh was established in 1833, and the name was changed to Reynoldsburg in 1893. Reynoldsburg is known as "The Birthplace of the Tomato", claiming the first commercial variety of tomato was bred there in the 19th century, and the Tomato Festival has been held every year since 1965. Every year there is a Tomato Festival Queen. The Tomato Festival takes place in August. According to
280-447: Is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using a standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure
308-620: The United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 11.24 square miles (29.11 km), of which 11.16 square miles (28.90 km) is land and 0.08 square miles (0.21 km) is water. Blacklick Creek flows through Reynoldsburg. As of the census of 2010, there were 35,893 people, 14,387 households, and 9,551 families living in the city. The population density was 3,216.2 inhabitants per square mile (1,241.8/km). There were 15,611 housing units at an average density of 1,398.8 per square mile (540.1/km). The racial makeup of
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#1732854617813336-441: The poverty line , including 7.40% of those under age 18 and 6.20% of those age 65 or over. As of the 2010 United States Census , there were 146,156 people, 54,310 households, and 39,846 families living in the county. The population density was 289.8 inhabitants per square mile (111.9/km ). There were 58,687 housing units at an average density of 116.3 units per square mile (44.9 units/km ). The racial makeup of
364-526: The poverty line , including 7.9% of those under age 18 and 4.4% of those age 65 or over. The City Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for 275 acres of parkland including nine major parks. Established in 1948 the first Franklin County Metro Park opened in Reynoldsburg, Blacklick Woods and Blacklick Woods Golf Course; a 643-acre park with a golf course, several multi purpose trails, one of
392-497: The 1944 election, the county has become a Republican stronghold in presidential elections, with Lyndon B. Johnson being the only Democrat to win since then, but Harry S. Truman came within 96 votes of winning it in 1948. Roster of County Officials (as of Feb. 2019): School districts include: Source: 39°45′N 82°38′W / 39.75°N 82.63°W / 39.75; -82.63 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures
420-669: The Office of the Ohio State Fire Marshal are also located in Reynoldsburg. The majority of Reynoldsburg is in the Reynoldsburg City School District . The Reynoldsburg school district currently has seven elementary schools, two junior high schools and one high school with two campuses. The high school and junior high schools' mascot is Rocky Raider (a pirate) and its colors are purple and gold. Elementary (K-5) Middle-Junior (6-8) High School (9-12) According to
448-520: The RPD hosts a Q&A sessions with the chief or other officials. RPD was the first agency in central Ohio to begin a security camera registration program, allowing RPD detectives to quickly ascertain potential leads. Other changes implemented in 2019 include a cold case review, body worn cameras, a bias analysis, and a lateral hiring program. The Ohio Department of Agriculture , the Ohio Fire Academy, and
476-407: The age of 18 living with them, 57.3% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 26.6% were non-families, and 21.9% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.07. The median age was 38.2 years. The median income for a household in the county was $ 56,796 and the median income for
504-483: The ages of 18 and 24; 26.8% were from 25 to 44; 27.3% were from 45 to 64; and 11.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.4% male and 52.6% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 32,069 people, 12,849 households, and 8,801 families living in the city. The population density was 3,030.0 inhabitants per square mile (1,169.9/km). There were 13,434 housing units at an average density of 1,269.3 per square mile (490.1/km). The racial makeup of
532-489: The average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income is determined using regular population surveys, such as the American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries
560-415: The city was 69.7% White or European American , 23.3% African American , 0.2% Native American , 1.8% Asian , 0.1% Pacific Islander , 1.3% from other races , and 3.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.4% of the population. There were 14,387 households, of which 35.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.8% were married couples living together, 15.9% had
588-404: The city was 85.01% White , 10.44% African American , 1.07% Native American , 1.69% Asian , 0.05% Pacific Islander , 0.74% from other races , and 1.81% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.80% of the population. There were 11,109 households, out of which 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.8% were married couples living together, 12.3% had
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#1732854617813616-634: The city's 2021 Independent Audit Report, the top employers in the city are: Fairfield County, Ohio Fairfield County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio . As of the 2020 census , the population was 158,921. Its county seat and largest city is Lancaster . Its name is a reference to the Fairfield area of the original Lancaster . Fairfield County is part of the Columbus, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area . Fairfield County originally encompassed all or parts of present day Knox , Hocking, Licking, Perry, and Pickaway Counties. Fairfield
644-419: The county was 90.02% White , 6.00% Black or African American , 0.20% Native American , 1.10% Asian , 0.00% Pacific Islander , 0.23% from other races , and 1.90% from two or more races. 1.70% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 54,310 households, out of which 34.10% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.30% were married couples living together, 11.20% had
672-408: The county was 90.2% white, 6.0% black or African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.2% American Indian, 0.6% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 1.7% of the population. In terms of ancestry, 31.2% were German , 16.2% were Irish , 11.7% were English , 8.6% were American , and 5.2% were Italian . Of the 54,310 households, 37.3% had children under
700-455: The oldest Beech-maple forest in central Ohio, a winter sledding hill, a Nature Center and the Walter A. Tucker State Nature Preserve located inside Blacklick Woods. The Reynoldsburg Division of Police, with a total of 70 sworn officers, 21 civilians, and 12 reserve police officers, is located next to City Hall. The agency currently has a Motor Unit (with four cycles), a Canine Unit (with two dogs),
728-516: The south, mostly in neighboring Hocking County. A large portion of Buckeye Lake is located in northeastern Fairfield County. Mudhouse Mansion , an allegedly haunted house , was located in the county. As of the census of 2010, there were 146,156 people, 54,310 households, and 39,846 families living in the county. The population density was 289 inhabitants per square mile (112/km ). There were 58,678 housing units at an average density of 116 units per square mile (45/km ). The racial makeup of
756-406: Was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.0 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 51,108, and the median income for a family was $ 60,183. Males had a median income of $ 40,608 versus $ 30,448 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 23,388. About 4.4% of families and 5.5% of the population were below
784-416: Was 38.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.20 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.30 males. The median income for a household in the county was $ 47,962, and the median income for a family was $ 55,539. Males had a median income of $ 39,566 versus $ 27,353 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 21,671. About 4.50% of families and 5.90% of the population were below
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