Moving to Ashley, Ohio

The current estimated population of Ashley, Ohio, is 1,276, with approximately 49% male and 51% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting the town’s rural character and proximity to larger urban centers.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1849
  • County Affiliated: Delaware County
  • Land Area: 0.6 square miles
  • Population Density: 2,127 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 740
  • Zip Codes: 43003

Geography and Location

Ashley, Ohio, is a small town located in central Ohio, within Delaware County, about 35 miles north of Columbus. The town is situated near the Olentangy River and enjoys a rural atmosphere while being close to larger urban areas. Ashley experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, typical of the Midwest. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture, with corn and soybean farming being the primary agricultural activities in the area. Ashley is located along U.S. Route 42, making it easily accessible to nearby cities. The town’s quiet atmosphere and close-knit community, combined with its proximity to Columbus, make it an appealing place for those seeking a rural lifestyle with access to urban amenities.

Demographics

Median resident age: 34.3 years
Median household income: $39,239
Median house value: $85,000

Population by Race

Races in Ashley:

  • White Non-Hispanic (96.8%)
  • American Indian (1.6%)
  • Two or more races (1.4%)
  • Black (1.0%)
  • Hispanic (0.8%)

Ancestries: German (23.2%), Irish (11.6%), United States (10.2%), English (8.3%), Welsh (2.2%), Dutch (2.1%).

Elevation: 989 feet

Land area: 0.5 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Ashley

  • High school or higher: 80.2%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 2.4%
  • Unemployed: 3.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 28.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Ashley village

  • Never married: 17.2%
  • Now married: 56.6%
  • Separated: 2.8%
  • Widowed: 9.5%
  • Divorced: 13.9%

0.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +91 (+8.1%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Ashley:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Ashley:

  • OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY (about 25 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Abbreviation: OSU)
  • PORT COLUMBUS INTL (about 30 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Abbreviation: CMH)
  • RICKENBACKER INTERNATIONAL (about 42 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Abbreviation: LCK)

Other public-use airports nearest to Ashley:

  • MORROW COUNTY (about 11 miles; MOUNT GILEAD, OH; Abbreviation: 4I9)
  • DELAWARE MUNI (about 15 miles; DELAWARE, OH; Abbreviation: DLZ)
  • MARION MUNI (about 15 miles; MARION, OH; Abbreviation: MNN)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Ashley:

  • OTTERBEIN COLLEGE (about 21 miles; WESTERVILLE, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,226)
  • OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 29 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 42,666)
  • COLUMBUS STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 31 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 10,583)
  • FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY (about 31 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 3,048)
  • CAPITAL UNIVERSITY (about 31 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 3,187)
  • DEVRY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (about 31 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,999)
  • DENISON UNIVERSITY (about 38 miles; GRANVILLE, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,101)

Public primary/middle school in Ashley:

  • BUCKEYE VALLEY EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 373; Location: 522 E HIGH ST; Grades: PK – 05)

Libraries

Library in Ashley:

  • WORNSTAFF MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $177,131; Location: 302 E. HIGH ST.; 28,338 books; 780 audio materials; 2,367 video materials; 95 serial subscriptions)