Delaware, Ohio facts for kids
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Delaware, Ohio
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Downtown Delaware in 2007
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 Delaware, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Delaware, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Ohio | ||
| County | Delaware | ||
| Founded | 1808 | ||
| Government | |||
| • Type | Council–manager government | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 20.23 sq mi (52.39 km2) | ||
| • Land | 20.10 sq mi (52.07 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.12 sq mi (0.32 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 915 ft (279 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 41,302 | ||
| • Estimate
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45,158 | ||
| • Density | 2,054.42/sq mi (793.20/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP codes |
43015
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| Area code(s) | 740, 220 | ||
| FIPS code | 39-21434 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2394498 | ||
Delaware is a city in Ohio, United States. It is the main city of Delaware County, Ohio. The city is located in the middle of Ohio. It is about 30 miles (48 km) north of Columbus. Delaware is part of the larger Columbus area.
In 2020, about 41,302 people lived in Delaware. The city was started in 1808. It officially became a city in 1816.
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History of Delaware, Ohio
The city and county of Delaware are named after the Delaware Native American tribe. But the city of Delaware was built on a Mingo village. This village was called Pluggy's Town.
The first person to settle here was Joseph Barber in 1807. Soon after, other settlers arrived. These included Moses Byxbe, William Little, and Solomon Smith. In 1808, Moses Byxbe built the first wooden house. On March 11, 1808, the city's plan was officially recorded. This marks the start of the town.
Delaware was a small town in 1812. Ohio's capital was moving from Chillicothe. Both Delaware and Columbus were considered. Delaware lost by just one vote to Columbus.
After the War of 1812, more people moved to Delaware. The parents of Rutherford B. Hayes lived here. He later became the 19th President of the United States. His childhood home is no longer standing. A historical marker shows where it used to be. In 2019, a statue of President Hayes was put up. It stands about 10 feet tall.
Early in the town's history, a special sulfur spring was found. By 1833, a hotel was built near the spring. It was meant to be a health spa. This hotel did not do well. In 1841, people raised money to buy it. They wanted to give it to the Methodist Church. This led to the founding of Ohio Wesleyan University in 1844.
Railroads came to Delaware in 1851. Delaware became a stop on a major railroad line. By the late 1890s, more train lines were added. This connected Delaware to big cities. Around 1900, Delaware even had its own electric streetcar system.
Delaware During the Civil War
During the Civil War, Delaware had two training camps. These camps were for soldiers joining the Union army. One camp was for white soldiers. The other was for African-American soldiers. These African-American soldiers joined the 5th Regiment United States Colored Troops.
Where is Delaware, Ohio?
Delaware is about 24 miles (39 km) north of Columbus. It is located along U.S. Route 23. The Olentangy River flows through the city.
The city covers about 19.07 square miles (49.39 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. A small part is water.
People of Delaware
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1810 | 200 | — | |
| 1820 | 369 | 84.5% | |
| 1830 | 527 | 42.8% | |
| 1840 | 898 | 70.4% | |
| 1850 | 2,074 | 131.0% | |
| 1860 | 3,889 | 87.5% | |
| 1870 | 5,641 | 45.1% | |
| 1880 | 6,894 | 22.2% | |
| 1890 | 8,224 | 19.3% | |
| 1900 | 7,940 | −3.5% | |
| 1910 | 9,076 | 14.3% | |
| 1920 | 8,756 | −3.5% | |
| 1930 | 8,675 | −0.9% | |
| 1940 | 8,944 | 3.1% | |
| 1950 | 11,804 | 32.0% | |
| 1960 | 13,282 | 12.5% | |
| 1970 | 15,008 | 13.0% | |
| 1980 | 18,780 | 25.1% | |
| 1990 | 20,030 | 6.7% | |
| 2000 | 25,243 | 26.0% | |
| 2010 | 34,753 | 37.7% | |
| 2020 | 41,302 | 18.8% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 45,158 | 29.9% | |
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In 2010, there were 34,753 people living in Delaware. There were 13,253 households. About 35.9% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.47 people.
The average age in the city was 33.2 years old. About 25.5% of people were under 18. About 11.1% were 65 or older.
Fun Things to Do in Delaware
Historic Homes in Delaware
The Historic Northwest Neighborhood has over 500 homes. These homes are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical buildings.
Sports and Fun in Delaware
The Little Brown Jug is a famous horse race. It happens every year at the Delaware City Fairgrounds. This race is part of the Triple Crown for harness racing. It holds the record for the biggest crowd at a harness race. About 56,000 people have watched it.
Delaware also has its own soccer team. It is called Delaware Rising F.C. The men's team plays in a league across Ohio. Most players are from the Delaware County area. Their home games are played at Buckeye Valley High School.
Many schools in Delaware have sports teams. Ohio Wesleyan University competes in the NCAA. Delaware Hayes High School and Delaware Christian High School compete in the OHSAA. Local middle and elementary schools also have sports teams.
Ohio Wesleyan's Selby Field was once home to a professional lacrosse team. The Ohio Machine played there from 2012 to 2015.
Getting Around Delaware
Several main roads pass through Delaware. These include U.S. Route 23, U.S. Route 36, and U.S. Route 42. Ohio Route 37 also goes through the city.
The Delaware Municipal Airport is a public airport. It is located in the southwest part of the city. It is used for general aviation.
In the past, passenger trains used to run through Delaware. Different railroad companies had stations here. The last passenger train service ended in 1971.
Schools and Learning in Delaware
Ohio Wesleyan University
Ohio Wesleyan University is a private college. It is located in the heart of Delaware. About 1,950 students attend Ohio Wesleyan. They come from many different states and countries. The university helps make Delaware a diverse place.
The Methodist Theological School in Ohio
The Methodist Theological School in Ohio is a graduate school. It is located between Delaware and Columbus, Ohio.
Public Schools in Delaware
The Delaware City School District serves Delaware and nearby areas. About 5,700 students attend schools from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th grade. The main offices for the district are at the Frank B. Willis Education Center.
High schools
- Rutherford B. Hayes High School (Delaware, Ohio)
Middle school
- John C. Dempsey Middle School
Elementary schools
- Ervin Carlisle Elementary
- James A. Conger Elementary
- Robert F. Schultz Elementary
- David Smith Elementary
- Laura Woodward Elementary
Private Schools in Delaware
K-8
- St. Mary School
K-12
- Delaware Christian School
News and Media in Delaware
The main local newspaper is The Delaware Gazette. It was started in 1818. Other local papers include ThisWeek Delaware News. Ohio Wesleyan University also has a student newspaper called the Transcript.
Famous People from Delaware
Many notable people have connections to Delaware:
- Horace Newton Allen, a U.S. diplomat
- Tyler Christopher, an actor
- Charles W. Fairbanks, the 26th Vice President of the United States
- Lucy Webb Hayes, a First Lady
- Rutherford B. Hayes, the 19th President of the United States
- Clare Kramer, an actress
- Vincente Minnelli, a famous film director
- Branch Rickey, a Major League Baseball executive
- Frank Sherwood Rowland, a Nobel Prize winner in chemistry
Delaware's Sister Cities
Delaware has two sister cities. These are cities that form special friendships.
One sister city is Baumholder, Germany. This partnership started in 2011. The two cities want to work together for peace and success. Ohio Wesleyan University's soccer team has visited Baumholder for many years.
The other sister city is Sakata, Japan. This partnership began in 2017. Delaware and Sakata have been close for a long time. Dempsey Middle School has an exchange program with Sakata. Students from Sakata come to stay with families in Delaware every year. This program has been going on for over 20 years.
Images for kids
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Downtown Delaware in 2007
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Flag of Delaware, Ohio
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Logo of Delaware, Ohio
See also
In Spanish: Delaware (Ohio) para niños
