Jefferson township, Ohio
Jefferson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jefferson township is a geographic entity located in Richland County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,986. The land area covers 36.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,986 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51 yrs | ±7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,247 | ±211 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,368 | ±211 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,247 | ±211 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 121 | ±75 |
| Median Home Value | $216,600 | ±$17,573 |
| Median Gross Rent | $721 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,845 | ±$23,152 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,634 | ±$2,833 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 355 | ±146 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,253 | ±247 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±4.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF JEFFERSON
GUS Population: 4,950 (2024)
ID: 225690
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: MEMBER
PO BOX 356, BELLVILLE OH 44813-0356
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GUS Population: 124,853 (2024)
ID: 172272
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNER
35 N PARK ST, MANSFIELD OH 44902
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Jefferson | 06-12 | Jefferson, OH | |
| Regular School Jefferson | 07-08 | Jefferson, OH | |
| Regular School Jefferson | 02-12 | Jefferson, OH | |
| Regular School Jefferson | 09-12 | Jefferson, OH | |
| Regular School Jefferson | KG-06 | Jefferson, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bellville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ontario, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Loudonville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Butler, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Apex Academy Hair Skin Nails School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 13.0 mi away | 1788 West Fourth Street, Ontario, OH, 44906-1793 |
4197098512
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BELLVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 97 BELL ST., BELLVILLE, OH, 44813 |
(419) 886-3811
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Madison Adult Career Center
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College | 13.2 mi away | 600 Esley Ln, Mansfield, OH, 44905 |
41958963638632
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BUTLER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 21 ELM ST., BUTLER, OH, 44822 |
(419) 883-2220
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Ross Medical Education Center-Ontario
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College Vocational | 13.4 mi away | 2150 West 4th Street, Ontario, OH, 44906-1246 |
4197472206
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LEXINGTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 25 LUTZ AVE, LEXINGTON, OH, 44904 |
(419) 884-2500
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Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus
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College | 14.7 mi away | 1760 University Drive, Mansfield, OH, 44906 |
4197554317
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FREDERICKTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 1 BURGETT DR, FREDERICKTOWN, OH, 43019 |
(740) 694-2665
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Knox County Career Center
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College Vocational | 14.9 mi away | 308 Martinsburg Rd, Mount Vernon, OH, 43050 |
7403932933
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PERRY COOK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 7406 COUNTY ROAD 242, MT. GILEAD, OH, 43338 |
(419) 362-7181
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MANSFIELD 5 W, OH US, located 13.4 miles from Jefferson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.4° | 17.2° | 25.8° | 3.16" | — |
| February | 38.2° | 19.3° | 28.8° | 2.36" | — |
| March | 47.9° | 27.7° | 37.8° | 3.35" | — |
| April | 61.7° | 38.2° | 50.0° | 3.94" | — |
| May | 72.2° | 48.9° | 60.6° | 4.74" | — |
| June | 80.3° | 57.6° | 68.9° | 4.32" | — |
| July | 83.4° | 61.0° | 72.2° | 3.97" | — |
| August | 81.9° | 59.6° | 70.7° | 3.51" | — |
| September | 75.8° | 52.8° | 64.3° | 3.36" | — |
| October | 63.3° | 41.7° | 52.5° | 3.46" | — |
| November | 49.9° | 32.1° | 41.0° | 3.25" | — |
| December | 38.8° | 23.4° | 31.1° | 3.06" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellville village | Village | 2.0 mi | — |
| Butler village | Village | 5.1 mi | — |
| Lexington village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Fredericktown village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Lucas village | Village | 9.4 mi | — |
| Chesterville village | Village | 11.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3913938794. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.