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Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Introduction to Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Reynoldsburg, Ohio, in Franklin county, is 9 miles E of Columbus, Ohio. The city is considered part of the Columbus metropolitan area. Reynoldsburg has a population of 32,069.

Reynoldsburg History

This area was named after James C. Reynolds, who arrived here in 1831. He went on to become the first merchant in this area. His store served as the post office, which may be the reason why the area was named “Reynolds Burgh." It started developing rapidly after the National Road was built, and within six years, it was officially incorporated in 1839.

Reynoldsburg and nearby Attractions

  • Livingston House
  • Sharon Woods Metro Park
  • Blacklick Woods Park
  • Turnberry Golf Course
  • Truro Township House
  • Walter A Tucker Nature Preserve

Things To Do In Reynoldsburg

Reynoldsburg is known as the birthplace of the tomato and it celebrates a very interesting annual summer festival dedicated to tomatoes. It is known as the Reynoldsburg's Tomato Festival and features a host of activities, all revolving around the tomato. The area also has some interesting historical sites.

Reynoldsburg Transportation

The Rickenbacker International Airport is a short drive away.

Reynoldsburg Higher Education

There are several educational institutions providing higher education in and around Reynoldsburg. These are the Ohio State University, Columbus State Community College, Franklin University and Otterbein College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 10%Reynoldsburg Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 13%Reynoldsburg Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 17%Reynoldsburg Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 18%Reynoldsburg Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 18%Reynoldsburg College Educated Adults
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 19%Reynoldsburg Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Reynoldsburg, OH

Comparing Reynoldsburg 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
Female Share of the Population86
Well-Paid Single Women89
Well-Paid Single Men79
Children Under 5 Years Old67
Age of the Population64
Senior Citizens42
Racial Diversity310
Male Share of the Population35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size56

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty87
People in Middle Class or Better88
Median Family Income79
College Educated Adults69

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times65
Public Transportation Use59
Working at Home56
Walking and Biking to Work37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built810
Affordability of Rents62
Affordability of Property Taxes52
People Living Alone54
Seasonal and Vacation Housing44
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals37

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime63
Low Property Crime53

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