Archbold, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Archbold, Ohio
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Archbold High School
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"Live Archbold!"
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Location of Archbold, Ohio
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Location of Archbold in Fulton County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Fulton |
| Township | German |
| Founded | 1866 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.05 sq mi (13.09 km2) |
| • Land | 4.93 sq mi (12.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.12 sq mi (0.32 km2) |
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,516 |
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4,447 |
| • Density | 916.02/sq mi (353.65/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43502
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| Area codes | 419, 567 |
| FIPS code | 39-02344 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397979 |
Archbold is a small village in Fulton County, Ohio, United States. In 2020, about 4,516 people lived there. It's located about 40 miles southwest of Toledo. Archbold is also home to Northwest State Community College.
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A Look Back: Archbold's History
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Archbold was started in 1855. This happened when a railroad line was built through the area. The village was likely named after John Archbald, who helped build the railroad. Another story says the name comes from combining "Arch" and "Bald," who were two other railroad officials. A post office has been open in Archbold since 1855.
In 1983, Archbold was named a Tree City USA. This award comes from the National Arbor Day Foundation. It means the village does a good job taking care of its trees.
Where is Archbold? Geography Facts
Archbold is located in Ohio. The United States Census Bureau says the village covers about 5.07 square miles. Most of this area, about 4.93 square miles, is land. The rest, about 0.14 square miles, is water.
Who Lives in Archbold? Demographics
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 373 | — | |
| 1880 | 635 | 70.2% | |
| 1890 | 780 | 22.8% | |
| 1900 | 958 | 22.8% | |
| 1910 | 1,082 | 12.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,125 | 4.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,185 | 5.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,236 | 4.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,486 | 20.2% | |
| 1960 | 2,348 | 58.0% | |
| 1970 | 3,047 | 29.8% | |
| 1980 | 3,318 | 8.9% | |
| 1990 | 3,440 | 3.7% | |
| 2000 | 4,290 | 24.7% | |
| 2010 | 4,346 | 1.3% | |
| 2020 | 4,516 | 3.9% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 4,447 | 2.3% | |
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Archbold's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 4,346 people living in Archbold. These people lived in 1,760 households. About 1,178 of these were families. The village had about 881.5 people per square mile.
Most people in Archbold were White (90.5%). About 16.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Archbold was 41 years old. About 25.7% of residents were under 18. Also, 19.9% were 65 years old or older.
Arts and Fun: Archbold's Culture
Archbold has a lively arts scene!
- Archbold Community Theatre: This group started in the late 1970s. They officially became a group in 1980. In 1999, they bought Giffey Hall. This is now their permanent home for plays.
- Black Swamp Arts Council: Founded in 1999, this group helps bring art to Northwest Ohio. They work with schools and other groups. They offer many fun and affordable art experiences for all ages.
- Archbold Parks and Recreation: This group offers art and music classes. These classes happen throughout the year in the village parks.
- Route 66 Bash: Since 1999, this has been a popular yearly concert. It used to be called the Backyard Bash. It features popular country music artists downtown.
Learning in Archbold: Education
Archbold offers several great places to learn.
- Archbold Area Schools: This is the only school district in the village.
- Four County Career Center: This school offers technical training. It's for students in their junior or senior year of high school.
- Northwest State Community College: This is a local college. Students can go here after high school.
The village also has a public library. It's a great place to borrow books and learn new things.
Staying Informed: Media in Archbold
Archbold has its own local media to keep everyone updated.
- The Archbold Buckeye: This is a weekly newspaper. It was started in 1905. The Buckeye has won many awards over the years. In 2023, it was named Newspaper of the Year in its division.
- Farmland News: Since 1959, this newspaper has shared news. It focuses on farming and agriculture.
- WMTR Radio: This radio station has been locally owned since 1968. It plays music from the 1970s to the 1990s. It also covers local news and high school sports. WMTR is the home for Detroit Tigers baseball games in Northwest Ohio. The same company also owns 94.3 The Buck. This station plays mainstream country music.
Famous Faces from Archbold: Notable People
Some well-known people have come from Archbold:
- Sam Hornish Jr.: A famous NASCAR driver.
- Jon Lugbill: An Olympic slalom canoeist. He was also a world champion in slalom canoeing.
- Ron Lugbill: Also a slalom canoeist.
- Bonnie Milligan: A winner of the 76th Tony Awards.
- Erie J. Sauder: He invented "knock-down" furniture. This is furniture you can put together yourself.
See also
In Spanish: Archbold (Ohio) para niños
