Reynoldsburg, Ohio
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| Reynoldsburg, Ohio | |
|---|---|
| Name | Reynoldsburg |
| Settlement type | City |
| Nickname | "The Birthplace of the Tomato" |
| Pushpin label | Reynoldsburg |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision name1 | Ohio |
| Subdivision name2 | Franklin |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | 1831 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated |
| Established date2 | 1839 (village), 1960 (city) |
| Government type | Mayor-Council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Joe Begeny |
| Area total km2 | 29.77 |
| Area total sq mi | 11.50 |
| Area land km2 | 29.70 |
| Area land sq mi | 11.47 |
| Area water km2 | 0.07 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.03 |
| Elevation m | 273 |
| Elevation ft | 896 |
| Population total | 41447 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density km2 | auto |
| Population density sq mi | auto |
| Timezone | Eastern (EST) |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Codes |
| Postal code | 43068, 43069 |
| Area code | 614, 380 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 39-66390 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 1061560 |
| Website | https://www.ci.reynoldsburg.oh.us/ |
Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Reynoldsburg is a city in Franklin County, Ohio, located within the Columbus metropolitan area. It is famously known as "The Birthplace of the Tomato" for the commercial introduction of the fruit by resident Alexander W. Livingston. The city has evolved from a small agricultural community into a significant suburban residential and commercial hub.
History
The area was originally part of the Congress Lands and was settled by John D. French and James C. Johnston in the early 19th century. The community was platted in 1831 by John French and Peter R. L. Pierce and named for John Reynolds, an early landowner. Its most pivotal historical contribution occurred in 1870 when local seedsman Alexander W. Livingston of the Livingston Seed Company successfully bred and marketed the first commercially viable, uniformly shaped tomato, the Paragon Tomato, revolutionizing its cultivation in North America. The city commemorates this heritage with the annual Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival. Reynoldsburg transitioned from a village, incorporated in 1839, to a city in 1960, experiencing significant growth as a suburb of Columbus, Ohio following the post-World War II expansion and the construction of the Interstate 70 corridor.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.50 square miles, nearly all of which is land. Reynoldsburg is situated in the Central Ohio region, with its eastern boundary formed by Big Walnut Creek. The city's topography is generally flat, characteristic of the Glacial till plain of the Darby Plains. Major transportation routes include Interstate 70, which bisects the city, and state routes such as State Route 256 (Brice Road) and State Route 310. The city is bordered by Columbus to the west and north, Pickerington to the southeast, and Pataskala to the east.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 41,447. The racial makeup was diverse, with significant African American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino communities. The median household income has historically been above the state average, reflecting its suburban character. Population density is approximately 3,600 people per square mile. The city has seen steady demographic growth and diversification since the late 20th century, aligning with trends in the broader Columbus metropolitan area.
Economy
Reynoldsburg's economy is a mix of retail, healthcare, light industry, and corporate offices. Major employers include the Reynoldsburg City Schools district, Mount Carmel Health System, and numerous distribution and logistics centers leveraging proximity to Rickenbacker International Airport and the Interstate 70 and I-270 highway network. The Brice Road corridor is a primary commercial strip featuring national retailers and restaurants. The city also benefits from its position within the Columbus region's robust economic landscape, which includes sectors like information technology, insurance, and education.
Education
Public education is provided by the Reynoldsburg City School District, which operates several elementary schools, two middle schools—Baldwin Road Junior High School and Waggoner Road Middle School—and Reynoldsburg High School, with its distinctive "eSTEM Academy" and "HS2" (Health Sciences & Human Services) learning communities. The district has partnerships with Ohio State University and Franklin University. Private education options include Saint Pius X Catholic School. The city is served by the Columbus Metropolitan Library system, with the Reynoldsburg Branch located on East Main Street.
Notable people
Notable individuals associated with Reynoldsburg include Alexander W. Livingston, the pioneering horticulturist; Bob McCurdy, former NBA player and executive; Derek Combs, former Major League Baseball player; Michael Redd, former NBA All-Star and Olympic gold medalist; and Jae'Sean Tate, current NBA player for the Houston Rockets. The city was also the childhood home of R. L. Stine, famed author of the Goosebumps series.
Category:Cities in Ohio Category:Franklin County, Ohio