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Coshocton, Ohio

Introduction to Coshocton, Ohio

Coshocton, Ohio, in Coshocton county, is 44 miles SW of Canton, Ohio (center to center) and 64 miles E of Columbus, Ohio. The city contains a population of approximately 11,682.

Coshocton History

Coshocton was originally inhabited by the Delaware Indians. The area was first settled by Whites in 1795. The town of Coshocton was created in 1811. Prior to its formation, Coshocton was part of the Muskingum County. It derived its name from an Indian term meaning ‘union of waters’. During the 1820s and 1830s, Coshocton became one of the major commercial centers of Ohio.

Coshocton and nearby Attractions

  • Salt Fork State Park
  • Historic Roscoe Village
  • Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum
  • Muskingum River State Park
  • Temperance Tavern Museum
  • Dillon State Park

Things To Do In Coshocton

While staying in Coshocton, you can visit the Johnson - Humrickhouse Museum, Coshocton County Fairgrounds, and Pomerene Center for the Arts. The city also offers a number of restaurants and modern shopping centers including the Downtowner Plaza Shopping Center and River Run Centre Shopping Center. The Roscoe Village Restoration, Helmick Covered Bridge, Old Stone Fort and Whitewoman’s Rock are also worth visiting.

Coshocton Transportation

Akron - Canton Regional Airport is the nearest airport.

Coshocton Higher Education

Denison University, Stark State College of Technology, and Ashland University are some of the colleges and universities that offer opportunities for higher studies.

High Points

Coshocton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Ohio):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 4%trophyCoshocton Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Coshocton Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 13%Coshocton Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Coshocton, OH

Comparing Coshocton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Ohio (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens99
Female Share of the Population99
Age of the Population99
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Well-Paid Single Men44
Racial Diversity26
Male Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married43
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty65
People in Middle Class or Better54
Median Family Income44
College Educated Adults36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work89
Public Transportation Use68
Working at Home67

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents99
People Living Alone99
Affordability of Property Taxes98
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals79
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Housing Recently Built23

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