Malta, Ohio
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| Name | Malta, Ohio |
| Settlement type | Village |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Ohio |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Morgan |
| Government type | Mayor-Council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | 1840 |
| Area total km2 | 1.20 |
| Area total sq mi | 0.46 |
| Area land km2 | 1.20 |
| Area land sq mi | 0.46 |
| Area water km2 | 0.00 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.00 |
| Elevation m | 207 |
| Elevation ft | 679 |
| Population total | 671 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density km2 | 559.17 |
| Population density sq mi | 1458.70 |
| Timezone | Eastern (EST) |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP code |
| Postal code | 43758 |
| Area code | 740 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 39-46922 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 1061458 |
| Website | https://www.maltaohio.org/ |
Malta, Ohio. Malta is a village in Morgan County, Ohio, situated along the northern bank of the Muskingum River. Incorporated in 1840, its development was historically tied to river commerce and later the coal mining industry of the surrounding region. The community serves as a governmental center for McConnelsville Township and maintains a quiet, residential character within the Appalachian foothills.
History
The area was originally part of the vast lands controlled by the Muskingum watershed, with early settlement following the establishment of Zane's Trace and increased traffic after the War of 1812. The village was formally platted in 1840, coinciding with the peak of steamboat traffic on the Ohio and Erie Canal-connected waterways, which made the Muskingum River a vital commercial artery. Economic life was later dominated by the Pittsburgh No. 8 coal seam, attracting mining operations and supporting industries like the M & M Railroad that transported resources. While the decline of bituminous coal extraction impacted the local economy, the village's role as the county seat of Morgan County, Ohio from 1857 to 1868 left a lasting administrative legacy.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.46 square miles, all land. It is positioned at 39°39′2″N 81°51′52″W within the Appalachian Plateau, characterized by rolling hills and close proximity to the Muskingum River. The region is part of the Wayne National Forest district, with notable nearby natural features including the McConnelsville Lock and Dam. Major transportation routes include Ohio State Route 60, which connects the community to Zanesville and Marietta.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 671, representing a slight decrease from the previous 2010 Census. The population density was approximately 1,458.7 people per square mile. The racial makeup was predominantly White, with smaller representations of other groups. The median household income historically trails the Ohio state average, reflecting the post-industrial economic transition of the Midwestern United States. Housing units primarily consist of single-family homes, with a median age slightly above the national average.
Education
Public education for village residents is provided by the Morgan Local School District, which operates Morgan High School. The district serves a large portion of Morgan County, Ohio and is a member of the Ohio High School Athletic Association. For post-secondary education, residents have access to nearby institutions such as Zane State College and Ohio University's regional campuses. The Muskingum County Library System serves as a regional resource for academic and community learning.
Notable people
Notable individuals associated with the community include John H. Hall, a 19th-century state senator and businessman involved in river trade. William A. Julian, who served as the Treasurer of the United States under Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S. Truman, hailed from the area. More recently, professional baseball player Matt Maloney, who pitched for the Cincinnati Reds, spent his early years in the region.
Category:Villages in Ohio Category:Villages in Morgan County, Ohio Category:1840 establishments in Ohio