Ross township, Ohio
Ross township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ross township is a geographic entity located in Jefferson County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 638. The land area covers 30.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 638 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs | ±17.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 204 | ±89 | 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 | 284 | ±105 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 204 | ±89 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 80 | ±65 |
| Median Home Value | $214,500 | ±$75,045 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,929 | ±$29,084 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,918 | ±$11,249 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% | ±11.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 43 | ±63 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±4.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 245 | ±141 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.3% | ±20.1% |
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 ROSS
GUS Population: 642 (2024)
ID: 172970
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FISCAL OFFICER
3112 COUNTY RD 54, RICHMOND OH 43944
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COUNTY OF JEFFERSON
GUS Population: 63,900 (2024)
ID: 172259
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
301 MARKET ST, 104, STEUBENVILLE OH 43952-2178
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Chester, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Wellsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Follansbee, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Wellsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Follansbee, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Carrollton, 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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John D Rockefeller IV Career Center
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College Vocational | 10.3 mi away | 80 Rockefeller Circle, New Cumberland, WV, 26047 |
3045649006
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SWANEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 210 S. COURT STREET, NEW CUMBERLAND, WV, 26047 |
(304) 564-3471
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Eastern Gateway Community College
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College | 12.0 mi away | 110 John Scott Highway, Steubenville, OH, 43952-3598 |
7402645591
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WELLSVILLE CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 115 NINTH ST., WELLSVILLE, OH, 43968 |
(330) 532-1526
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Franciscan University of Steubenville
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College | 13.7 mi away | 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, OH, 43952-1763 |
7402833771
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TORONTO BRANCH
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 607 DANIELS ST, TORONTO, OH, 43964 |
(740) 537-1262
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Kent State University at East Liverpool
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College | 14.6 mi away | 400 E 4th St, East Liverpool, OH, 43920 |
3303853805
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STEUBENVILLE-SCHIAPPA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 4141 MALL DR., STEUBENVILLE, OH, 43952 |
(740) 264-6166
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Trinity Health System School of Nursing
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College | 14.6 mi away | 380 Summit Ave, Steubenville, OH, 43952 |
7402837637
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MARY H. WEIR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 3442 MAIN STREET, WEIRTON, WV, 26062 |
(304) 797-8510
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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 NEW CUMBERLAND L/D, WV US, located 9.9 miles from Ross township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.8° | 20.9° | 28.9° | 3.13" | — |
| February | 39.8° | 22.4° | 31.1° | 2.56" | — |
| March | 48.7° | 29.3° | 39.0° | 3.31" | — |
| April | 62.1° | 39.5° | 50.8° | 3.64" | — |
| May | 71.9° | 49.4° | 60.7° | 4.04" | — |
| June | 79.7° | 58.5° | 69.1° | 4.44" | — |
| July | 83.6° | 63.3° | 73.5° | 4.04" | — |
| August | 82.4° | 62.4° | 72.4° | 3.63" | — |
| September | 76.1° | 55.7° | 65.9° | 3.87" | — |
| October | 64.4° | 44.2° | 54.3° | 3.03" | — |
| November | 51.8° | 34.3° | 43.1° | 2.90" | — |
| December | 41.0° | 26.6° | 33.8° | 3.10" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bergholz village | Village | 3.8 mi | — |
| East Springfield CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Richmond village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Amsterdam village | Village | 6.2 mi | — |
| Irondale village | Village | 6.4 mi | — |
| Salineville village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3908168644. • 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.