Moving to Ashville, Ohio

The current estimated population of Ashville, Ohio, is 4,509, with approximately 49% male and 51% female. The population has grown steadily due to its suburban location near Columbus.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1882
  • County Affiliated: Pickaway County
  • Land Area: 2.5 square miles
  • Population Density: 1,804 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 740
  • Zip Codes: 43103

Geography and Location

Ashville, Ohio, is located in central Ohio, within Pickaway County, about 20 miles south of Columbus. The town is part of the greater Columbus metropolitan area and has experienced growth due to suburban development. Ashville experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, typical of the Midwest. The surrounding geography includes flat farmland and small wooded areas, with agriculture playing a role in the local economy. The town is located near U.S. Route 23, making it easily accessible to Columbus and other nearby cities. Ashville’s small-town charm, suburban atmosphere, and proximity to Columbus have made it a popular choice for families and commuters.

Demographics

Median resident age: 31.3 years
Median household income: $40,778
Median house value: $116,300

Population by Race

Races in Ashville:

  • White Non-Hispanic (97.0%)
  • American Indian (1.5%)
  • Two or more races (1.4%)
  • Hispanic (1.1%)

Ancestries: German (21.2%), United States (12.6%), Irish (12.5%), English (9.9%), Italian (4.6%), French (2.8%).

Elevation: 709 feet

Land area: 1.6 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Ashville

  • High school or higher: 81.1%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 11.7%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 3.6%
  • Unemployed: 3.3%
  • Mean travel time to work: 26.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Ashville village

  • Never married: 19.6%
  • Now married: 61.0%
  • Separated: 1.8%
  • Widowed: 6.5%
  • Divorced: 11.1%

0.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +889 (+38.9%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Ashville:

  • BERGER HOSPITAL (about 9 miles; CIRCLEVILLE, OH)
  • BARIATRIC CARE CENTER OF OHIO (about 11 miles; GROVEPORT, OH)
  • TWIN VALLEY PSYCH SYSTM-COLUMBUS CPS (about 17 miles; COLUMBUS, OH)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Ashville:

  • RICKENBACKER INTERNATIONAL (about 7 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Abbreviation: LCK)
  • PORT COLUMBUS INTL (about 19 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Abbreviation: CMH)
  • OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY (about 26 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Abbreviation: OSU)

Other public-use airports nearest to Ashville:

  • CLARKS DREAM STRIP (about 8 miles; CIRCLEVILLE, OH; Abbreviation: 03I)
  • PICKAWAY COUNTY MEMORIAL (about 15 miles; CIRCLEVILLE, OH; Abbreviation: CYO)
  • DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (about 17 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Abbreviation: 2A7)

Amtrak station near Ashville:

  • 17 miles: COLUMBUS (111 EAST TOWN ST.) – Bus Station. Services: enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Ashville:

  • CAPITAL UNIVERSITY (about 17 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 3,187)
  • DEVRY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (about 17 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,999)
  • COLUMBUS STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 18 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 10,583)
  • FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY (about 18 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 3,048)
  • OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 21 miles; COLUMBUS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 42,666)
  • OTTERBEIN COLLEGE (about 28 miles; WESTERVILLE, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,226)
  • DENISON UNIVERSITY (about 39 miles; GRANVILLE, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,101)

Schools

Public high school in Ashville:

  • TEAYS VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 936; Location: 3887 STATE ROUTE 752; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Ashville:

  • TEAYS VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 827; Location: 383 CIRCLEVILLE AVE; Grades: 06 – 11)
  • ASHVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 571; Location: 90 WALNUT ST; Grades: PK – 05)
  • WALNUT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 462; Location: 16450 WINCHESTER RD; Grades: KG – 05)