Circleville, Ohio
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| Circleville, Ohio | |
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| Name | Circleville, Ohio |
| Settlement type | City |
| Nickname | The Pumpkin City |
| Pushpin label | Circleville |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Ohio |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Pickaway |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | 1810 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated |
| Established date2 | 1814 (village), 1853 (city) |
| Government type | Mayor-Council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Don McIlroy |
| Unit pref | Imperial |
| Area total km2 | 17.50 |
| Area total sq mi | 6.76 |
| Area land km2 | 17.28 |
| Area land sq mi | 6.67 |
| Area water km2 | 0.22 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.09 |
| Elevation m | 212 |
| Elevation ft | 696 |
| Population total | 13852 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density km2 | 801.6 |
| Population density sq mi | 2076.2 |
| Timezone | EST |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 43113 |
| Area code | 740, 220 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 39-15070 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 1056795 |
| Website | https://www.ci.circleville.oh.us/ |
Circleville, Ohio. Circleville is a city in and the county seat of Pickaway County, Ohio, United States. Situated approximately 25 miles south of Columbus, it is best known for its unique octagonal layout and its annual Circleville Pumpkin Show, one of the largest free festivals in the state. The city's name derives from its original plan, which was laid out within the circular earthworks of a prehistoric Hopewell tradition culture.
History
The area was originally home to the Hopewell tradition mound builders, whose large circular earthworks, surveyed by early settlers like Daniel Dresbach, inspired the town's distinctive initial layout. Founded in 1810 and platted within these ancient embankments, the community was incorporated as a village in 1814. The early 19th century saw the arrival of the Ohio and Erie Canal, which spurred economic growth, and the city later became a significant stop on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. In the 1830s, citizens voted to abandon the circular street plan in favor of a conventional grid, a process largely completed by the 1850s. Notable historical figures associated with the area include Tecumseh, who was active in the region during the lead-up to the War of 1812, and William H. Lytle, a Union Army general and poet. The city was also the site of the Circleville Massacre during the American Revolutionary War.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.76 square miles, of which 6.67 square miles is land and 0.09 square miles is water. Circleville is located within the Appalachian Plateau region of Ohio, with the Scioto River flowing to the west. The city's terrain is generally flat, a characteristic of the surrounding Pickaway Plains. Major transportation routes include U.S. Route 23, which runs north-south, and Ohio State Route 56, which runs east-west, connecting the city to Chillicothe and Washington Court House.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 13,852. The racial makeup was predominantly White, with smaller populations of African American, Native American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino residents. The median household income was below the state average, and a notable portion of the population lived below the poverty line. The city is part of the Columbus Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Economy
Historically centered on agriculture and manufacturing, Circleville's economy has diversified. Major employers include the DuPont Washington Works plant, which produces Teflon and other materials, and Grief, Inc., a global industrial packaging company. The city is a regional hub for agricultural services, supporting the surrounding farmland known for soybean and corn production. The Circleville Pumpkin Show generates significant seasonal tourism revenue. Other significant industrial operations have included facilities for BorgWarner and PPG Industries.
Culture and recreation
The city is internationally famous for the Circleville Pumpkin Show, a festival established in 1903 that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each October. Cultural institutions include the Pickaway County Historical Society and the Ward House. Outdoor recreation is available at Mary L. Cook Public Library's gardens, the Circleville City Park, and the nearby A. W. Marion State Park. The city is also home to the Circleville High School Tigers athletic teams and hosts the annual Circleville Herald-sponsored events.
Government
Circleville operates under a Mayor-Council system. The mayor is elected to a four-year term, and the seven-member Circleville City Council is composed of representatives elected from wards and at-large. The city provides full services, including police through the Circleville Police Department, fire protection through the Circleville Fire Department, and utilities. The city government is housed in the Pickaway County Courthouse and works in conjunction with Pickaway County officials.
Category:Cities in Ohio Category:County seats in Ohio Category:Pickaway County, Ohio