Columbiana, Ohio facts for kids
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Columbiana, Ohio
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Downtown Columbiana
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"The City with the Small-Town Heart"
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Location of Columbiana in Columbiana and Mahoning counties, Ohio.
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 Columbiana, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Columbiana, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| Counties | Columbiana, Mahoning |
| Townships | Beaver, Fairfield, Unity |
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| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.15 sq mi (15.94 km2) |
| • Land | 6.08 sq mi (15.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,125 ft (343 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,559 |
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6,757 |
| • Density | 1,078.61/sq mi (416.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44408
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| Area code(s) | 330, 234 |
| FIPS code | 39-17036 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393608 |
| School District | Columbiana Exempted Village SD |
Columbiana is a friendly city located in Ohio, a state in the United States. It is found in both Columbiana and Mahoning counties. In 2020, about 6,559 people lived there. Columbiana is also part of the larger Youngstown–Warren city area.
This city is famous for hosting the yearly Shaker Woods Arts & Crafts Festival. This event brings people from all over the country to Columbiana during summer and fall. It is also the childhood home of Harvey S. Firestone, a well-known inventor and businessman. Today, you can visit Firestone Farms, a shopping and business area designed to look like it's from the 1930s.
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History of Columbiana
Columbiana was first planned out in 1805 by Joshua Dixon and William Heald. The city got its name from Columbiana County. The county itself was named after Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer from the 1400s. The name combines his last name with "-iana," which means "things related to."
Columbiana officially became a village in 1837. Later, in the year 2000, it grew and officially became a city.
Where is Columbiana?
Most of Columbiana is located in Fairfield Township within Columbiana County. A smaller part of the city in the north is in Beaver Township, Mahoning County. There is also a tiny section to the east in Unity Township, Columbiana County.
The city covers a total area of about 6.14 square miles (15.94 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 6.00 square miles (15.75 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.14 square miles (0.19 square kilometers), is water.
People of Columbiana
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 1,174 | — | |
| 1870 | 870 | −25.9% | |
| 1880 | 1,223 | 40.6% | |
| 1890 | 1,112 | −9.1% | |
| 1900 | 1,339 | 20.4% | |
| 1910 | 1,582 | 18.1% | |
| 1920 | 2,114 | 33.6% | |
| 1930 | 2,485 | 17.5% | |
| 1940 | 2,687 | 8.1% | |
| 1950 | 3,369 | 25.4% | |
| 1960 | 4,164 | 23.6% | |
| 1970 | 4,959 | 19.1% | |
| 1980 | 4,987 | 0.6% | |
| 1990 | 4,961 | −0.5% | |
| 2000 | 5,635 | 13.6% | |
| 2010 | 6,384 | 13.3% | |
| 2020 | 6,559 | 2.7% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 6,757 | 5.8% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 6,384 people living in Columbiana. These people lived in 2,881 homes. About 1,763 of these homes were families.
Most of the people in Columbiana were White (97.7%). A smaller number were African American (0.6%), Asian (0.5%), or from other backgrounds. About 1.0% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Columbiana was 49.4 years old. About 17.5% of residents were under 18 years old. About 27.4% were 65 years old or older.
Fun Things to Do in Columbiana
Columbiana hosts many exciting events throughout the year.
- Summer Fun: In August, the Shaker Woods Festival brings over 200 crafters and artists to the city. Columbiana also celebrates the Fourth of July with a fireworks show. The Harvey S. Firestone Festival of the Arts is another summer highlight.
- Fall Festivities: In the fall, the American Legion hosts a community Street Fair. Later, Christmas in the Woods is another big craft event held at the Shaker Woods grounds.
- Winter Wonderland: During the holiday season, you can enjoy the Joy of Christmas Holiday Light Festival.
- Spring Events: In May, Columbiana has an outdoor French Market. In June, there's the Columbiana Wine Festival.
The city also has a public library that first opened its doors in 1933.
Getting Around Columbiana
Several main roads pass through Columbiana, making it easy to travel. These include:
State Route 7
State Route 14
State Route 46
State Route 164
The city is also located along parts of two railway lines: the Norfolk Southern Railway Fort Wayne Line and the Youngstown and Southeastern Railroad.
Schools in Columbiana
Children in Columbiana attend schools in the Columbiana Exempted Village School District.
- Early Schools: In the past, Columbiana had several one-room schoolhouses. A formal school district was set up in 1861.
- Columbiana High School: The first modern high school opened in 1864. The first class graduated in 1881 with just two students. The current high school building, which serves grades 9 through 12, opened in 2000.
- Other Schools: Columbiana Middle School teaches students in grades 5 through 8. Joshua Dixon Elementary School is for younger students, from kindergarten to 4th grade.
There is also a private Christian school in Columbiana called Heartland Christian School. It first opened in 1996.
Famous People from Columbiana
Many notable people have connections to Columbiana:
- Pete Allen – A professional baseball catcher.
- J. Warren Bettis – A judge.
- Linda Bolon – A member of the Ohio House of Representatives.
- Harvey S. Firestone – The founder of the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company.
- Jacob Hostetter – A U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania.
- Craig Newbold – A member of the Ohio House of Representatives.
- John D. Shivers Jr. – A member of the Ohio House of Representatives.
- Paul Stamets – A scientist who studies fungi and how they can help the environment.
- William Thornton Watson – An officer in the Australian military forces.
- Clarence Wetzel – A member of the Ohio House of Representatives.
- Jason Wilson – A member of the Ohio Senate.
See also
In Spanish: Columbiana (Ohio) para niños
