Montpelier, Ohio facts for kids
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Montpelier, Ohio
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Downtown Montpelier
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Location of Montpelier, Ohio
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Location of Montpelier in Williams County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Williams |
| Village of Montpelier | 1845 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.88 sq mi (7.47 km2) |
| • Land | 2.87 sq mi (7.44 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,942 |
| • Density | 1,371.61/sq mi (529.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43543
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| Area code(s) | 419 |
| FIPS code | 39-51772 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399390 |
| Website | Montpelier, OH |
Montpelier is a small village located in Williams County, Ohio, United States. In 2020, about 3,942 people lived there. It's a friendly community with a rich past and fun places to explore.
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History of Montpelier
Montpelier was first planned out in 1845. The village got its name from Montpelier, Vermont, another place in the United States. A post office opened in Montpelier in 1846, helping people send and receive mail. The village officially became a village in 1875.
Geography and Climate
Montpelier covers a total area of about 2.93 square miles (7.59 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
What is Montpelier's Climate Like?
Montpelier has a climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are usually warm, and winters are cold with snow. The village experiences a good amount of rain throughout the year.
| Climate data for Montpelier, Ohio (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1893–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 69 (21) |
71 (22) |
86 (30) |
90 (32) |
100 (38) |
104 (40) |
109 (43) |
106 (41) |
102 (39) |
92 (33) |
81 (27) |
69 (21) |
109 (43) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 53.7 (12.1) |
55.1 (12.8) |
70.3 (21.3) |
79.5 (26.4) |
86.9 (30.5) |
93.5 (34.2) |
94.1 (34.5) |
92.3 (33.5) |
89.0 (31.7) |
81.8 (27.7) |
65.9 (18.8) |
55.6 (13.1) |
95.6 (35.3) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 31.5 (−0.3) |
34.7 (1.5) |
45.4 (7.4) |
58.8 (14.9) |
70.3 (21.3) |
79.7 (26.5) |
83.4 (28.6) |
81.3 (27.4) |
75.1 (23.9) |
62.4 (16.9) |
47.5 (8.6) |
36.3 (2.4) |
58.9 (14.9) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 24.0 (−4.4) |
26.5 (−3.1) |
35.9 (2.2) |
47.7 (8.7) |
59.2 (15.1) |
68.9 (20.5) |
72.5 (22.5) |
70.5 (21.4) |
63.6 (17.6) |
51.7 (10.9) |
39.4 (4.1) |
29.6 (−1.3) |
49.1 (9.5) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 16.6 (−8.6) |
18.2 (−7.7) |
26.4 (−3.1) |
36.6 (2.6) |
48.1 (8.9) |
58.1 (14.5) |
61.5 (16.4) |
59.7 (15.4) |
52.1 (11.2) |
40.9 (4.9) |
31.2 (−0.4) |
22.9 (−5.1) |
39.4 (4.1) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | −3.3 (−19.6) |
−0.4 (−18.0) |
9.4 (−12.6) |
23.3 (−4.8) |
34.0 (1.1) |
44.3 (6.8) |
50.6 (10.3) |
48.8 (9.3) |
37.8 (3.2) |
27.0 (−2.8) |
16.6 (−8.6) |
4.4 (−15.3) |
−7.0 (−21.7) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −25 (−32) |
−22 (−30) |
−7 (−22) |
8 (−13) |
24 (−4) |
34 (1) |
43 (6) |
36 (2) |
28 (−2) |
13 (−11) |
−1 (−18) |
−21 (−29) |
−25 (−32) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.42 (61) |
2.18 (55) |
2.63 (67) |
3.57 (91) |
4.32 (110) |
3.77 (96) |
3.50 (89) |
4.13 (105) |
3.11 (79) |
2.79 (71) |
3.08 (78) |
2.42 (61) |
37.92 (963) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 9.2 (23) |
8.9 (23) |
4.4 (11) |
0.8 (2.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
1.3 (3.3) |
7.8 (20) |
32.5 (83) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 11.0 | 8.9 | 9.8 | 11.7 | 12.5 | 10.4 | 8.9 | 10.0 | 8.7 | 9.6 | 10.5 | 10.3 | 122.3 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 6.8 | 6.0 | 3.1 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.5 | 4.9 | 22.9 |
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People of Montpelier
How Many People Live in Montpelier?
In 2010, there were 4,072 people living in Montpelier. This population was spread across 1,649 households. The village had a population density of about 1,399 people per square mile.
The average age of people in Montpelier was about 36 years old. About 27% of the residents were under 18 years old.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 406 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,293 | 218.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,869 | 44.5% | |
| 1910 | 2,759 | 47.6% | |
| 1920 | 3,052 | 10.6% | |
| 1930 | 3,677 | 20.5% | |
| 1940 | 3,703 | 0.7% | |
| 1950 | 3,867 | 4.4% | |
| 1960 | 4,131 | 6.8% | |
| 1970 | 4,184 | 1.3% | |
| 1980 | 4,431 | 5.9% | |
| 1990 | 4,299 | −3.0% | |
| 2000 | 4,320 | 0.5% | |
| 2010 | 4,072 | −5.7% | |
| 2020 | 3,942 | −3.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Transportation in Montpelier
Montpelier is connected by a couple of state highways. These roads help people travel in and out of the village.
SR 107
SR 576
Parks and Recreation
Montpelier has several parks for everyone to enjoy. These parks offer fun things like pavilions, playgrounds, and walking trails. In 1956, the Montpelier Athletic Boosters bought land to create the first Montpelier Municipal Park.
In 2017, the village made a plan to add more trails. This plan aims to create a network of trails for walking and bicycling.
Explore the Iron Horse River Trail
The Iron Horse River Trail is a 1.5-mile path perfect for walking or mountain biking. It runs along the St. Joseph River. This trail connects the Montpelier Senior Center to the Williams County Fairgrounds. It also links to the Historical Society and the Veterans Memorial Garden.
Discover the Wabash Cannonball Trail
The Wabash Cannonball Trail, also known as Bike Route 90, is one of Ohio's longest rail-trails. It stretches for 63 miles across four counties. The trail ends near Montpelier, making it easy for residents to access.
Education in Montpelier
Students in Montpelier attend schools within the Montpelier Exempted Village School District. Both Montpelier Junior/Senior High School and Montpelier Elementary School are on the same campus. This campus is located on the south side of the village.
The school's sports teams are called the Locomotives. They are part of the Buckeye Border Conference. For football, they also compete in the Toledo Area Athletic Conference. Their wrestling teams are part of the Northwest Ohio Athletic League.
Award-Winning Water Quality
Montpelier is known for its excellent water! The village has won awards for its municipal water supply several times. They won the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting competition in 2003, 2006, 2007, 2017, and 2022. This means Montpelier's water was judged as some of the best, even beating water from other cities around the world.
Williams County Fairgrounds
The Williams County Fairgrounds are located on the east side of Montpelier. This is a popular spot for events and gatherings. The Williams County Historical Museum is also found at the fairgrounds. It's a great place to learn about the area's past.
Notable People from Montpelier
Montpelier has been home to some interesting people:
- Jon Husted is an American politician. He has been the Lieutenant Governor of Ohio since 2019.
- Zach Roerig is an actor.
- Paul Siple was an explorer who traveled to Antarctica.
See also
In Spanish: Montpelier (Ohio) para niños
