Newark, Ohio
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| Newark, Ohio | |
|---|---|
| Name | Newark |
| Settlement type | City |
| Nickname | The Glass City |
| Pushpin label | Newark |
| Coordinates | 40, 3, 47, N... |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Ohio |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Licking |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | 1802 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated |
| Established date2 | 1826 (village), 1850 (city) |
| Government type | Mayor–council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Jeff Hall |
| Area total km2 | 55.15 |
| Area total sq mi | 21.29 |
| Area land km2 | 54.77 |
| Area land sq mi | 21.15 |
| Area water km2 | 0.38 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.15 |
| Elevation m | 254 |
| Elevation ft | 833 |
| Population total | 50423 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density km2 | 920.80 |
| Population density sq mi | 2384.54 |
| Timezone | EST |
| Utc offset | −5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | −4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Codes |
| Postal code | 43055, 43058, 43093 |
| Area code | 740, 220 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 39-54040 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 1065164 |
| Website | newarkohio.net |
Newark, Ohio. It is the county seat of Licking County and a principal city of the Columbus metropolitan area. Founded in 1802 at the confluence of the Licking River and Raccoon Creek, the city grew as a transportation and manufacturing hub, earning the nickname "The Glass City" for its historic prominence in that industry. Newark is internationally significant for preserving a major portion of the Hopewell ceremonial earthworks, including the Newark Earthworks.
History
The area is part of the traditional territory of the Hopewell tradition, who constructed the elaborate Newark Earthworks complex between 100 BCE and 500 CE. European-American settlement began after the 1795 Treaty of Greenville, with the town platted in 1802 by General William C. Schenck. The arrival of the Ohio and Erie Canal in the 1830s and later the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad spurred industrial growth, particularly in glassmaking, with companies like Owens-Illinois and Holophane establishing major operations. The city was home to early automotive pioneer J.W. Hiestand and was the site of a crucial 1915 labor strike at the American Bottle Company. During World War II, the Kaiser Aluminum plant operated here, and the Heisey Glass Company was a famed manufacturer.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 21.29 square miles, with the Licking River flowing through its center. It lies within the Appalachian Plateau region of Ohio, characterized by rolling hills. The city is located approximately 33 miles east of Columbus via Interstate 70 and is served by State Route 16 and State Route 79. Significant geographic features include the preserved lands surrounding the Newark Earthworks and several city parks like Moundbuilders Park.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 50,423. The racial makeup was approximately 87.5% White, 6.1% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.8% Asian, and 3.6% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race comprised 2.3% of the population. The median household income was below the state average, and about 15.5% of residents lived below the poverty line. Major educational institutions include a regional campus of Ohio State University and a branch of Central Ohio Technical College.
Economy
Historically dominated by manufacturing, the economy has diversified while retaining a strong industrial base. Major employers include The Boeing Company (aerospace components), Owens Corning (insulation materials), Park National Bank, and the Licking Memorial Health Systems. The city is a retail and service center for Licking County, with a large commercial corridor along State Route 16. The historic Downtown Newark area has undergone revitalization efforts, and tourism related to the Newark Earthworks and the Dawes Arboretum contributes to the local economy.
Culture and attractions
The city's premier cultural site is the Newark Earthworks, a National Historic Landmark and part of the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks World Heritage Site. Other notable attractions include the Midland Theatre, a restored 1928 movie palace, the Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology museum, and the expansive Dawes Arboretum. Annual events include the Hebron Crossroads Festival, the Licking County 4-H Fair, and the First Friday art walks in Downtown Newark. The city is also home to the Licking County Players community theater.
Government
The city operates under a mayor–council system. The mayor, currently Jeff Hall, is elected to a four-year term and serves as the chief executive. The legislative body is a seven-member Newark City Council, with four members elected from wards and three elected at-large. Key municipal services include the Newark Division of Police, Newark Division of Fire, and public works managed by the Newark Service Department. The city is part of Ohio's 12th congressional district, represented in the U.S. House by Troy Balderson.
Category:Cities in Ohio Category:County seats in Ohio Category:Licking County, Ohio