Baltimore, Ohio facts for kids
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Baltimore, Ohio
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Village
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Trinity United Church of Christ on Market Street
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| Motto(s):
"A Place You Can Call Home"
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Location of Baltimore, Ohio
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Location of Baltimore in Fairfield County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Fairfield |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.23 sq mi (5.77 km2) |
| • Land | 2.23 sq mi (5.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,981 |
| • Estimate
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2,991 |
| • Density | 1,337.97/sq mi (516.51/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43105
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| FIPS code | 39-03758 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398025 |
| Website | Baltimore Ohio |
Baltimore is a small village located in Fairfield County, Ohio, United States. In 2020, the population was 2,981 people. The village's motto is "A Place You Can Call Home," showing its welcoming spirit.
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History of Baltimore, Ohio
Baltimore was first established in 1824. It was originally known by a different name, New Market. A few years later, in 1829, a post office opened in the village, and it officially became known as Baltimore.
In 2011, Baltimore received a special recognition. It became a "Tree City USA," as awarded by the National Arbor Day Foundation. This means the village is dedicated to taking care of its trees and green spaces.
Geography of Baltimore Village
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village of Baltimore covers a total area of about 2.09 square miles (5.41 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
It's important to know that Baltimore, Ohio, is not close to another village called North Baltimore, Ohio. North Baltimore is located in Wood County, which is about 140 miles away. So, don't get them confused!
Population and People in Baltimore
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1810 | 140 | — | |
| 1820 | 298 | 112.9% | |
| 1830 | 500 | 67.8% | |
| 1840 | 500 | 0.0% | |
| 1850 | 492 | −1.6% | |
| 1860 | 500 | 1.6% | |
| 1870 | 489 | −2.2% | |
| 1880 | 489 | 0.0% | |
| 1890 | 505 | 3.3% | |
| 1900 | 460 | −8.9% | |
| 1910 | 551 | 19.8% | |
| 1920 | 566 | 2.7% | |
| 1930 | 720 | 27.2% | |
| 1940 | 835 | 16.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,843 | 120.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,116 | 14.8% | |
| 1970 | 2,418 | 14.3% | |
| 1980 | 2,689 | 11.2% | |
| 1990 | 2,971 | 10.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,881 | −3.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,966 | 3.0% | |
| 2020 | 2,981 | 0.5% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 2,991 | 0.8% | |
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Baltimore's Population in 2010
Based on the census from 2010, there were 2,966 people living in Baltimore. These people made up 1,214 households, and 796 of those were families. The village had about 1,419 people per square mile.
Many households, about 36.3%, had children under 18 living with them. About 45.6% of households were married couples. Some households were led by a single parent, with 14.5% having a female head and 5.4% having a male head.
The average age of people in the village was 37 years old. About 26.8% of the residents were under 18. People aged 65 or older made up 13% of the population. The village had slightly more females (52.6%) than males (47.4%).
Education in Baltimore
Public schools in Baltimore are part of the Liberty Union-Thurston Local School District. The village also has a public library. This library is a branch of the Fairfield County District Library, offering books and resources to the community.
See also
In Spanish: Baltimore (Ohio) para niños
