Old Washington, Ohio facts for kids
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Old Washington, Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Guernsey |
| Township | Wills |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.67 sq mi (1.74 km2) |
| • Land | 0.67 sq mi (1.74 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,004 ft (306 m) |
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| • Total | 223 |
| • Density | 331.85/sq mi (128.17/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43768
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| FIPS code | 39-58226 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399570 |
Old Washington is a small village located in Guernsey County, Ohio, in the United States. In 2020, about 223 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Old Washington Village
The village of Old Washington has had a few different names over the years. George and Henry Beymer started the village in 1805. At first, it was known by two names: Beymerstown and New Washington.
In 1829, it officially became a village called Washington. This happened soon after the National Road was built through the area. Later, the name was changed to Old Washington. This was done to avoid confusion with another city in Ohio called Washington, which is now known as Washington Court House.
Morgan's Raid in 1863
In July 1863, during the American Civil War, Old Washington saw a small battle. This was part of a larger event called Morgan's Raid. A group of Confederate soldiers, led by General John Hunt Morgan, rode through Ohio.
They caused some trouble in several villages in Guernsey County, including Old Washington. However, Union cavalry (soldiers on horseback) soon caught up with them. Three Confederate soldiers died during this event and are buried in the cemetery in Old Washington.
Geography and Location
Old Washington is a small village made entirely of land. According to the United States Census Bureau, it covers an area of about 0.67 square miles (1.74 square kilometers).
Population Changes Over Time
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| 1820 | 161 | — | |
| 1830 | 372 | 131.1% | |
| 1850 | 759 | — | |
| 1860 | 741 | −2.4% | |
| 1870 | 554 | −25.2% | |
| 1880 | 600 | 8.3% | |
| 1890 | 546 | −9.0% | |
| 1900 | 374 | −31.5% | |
| 1910 | 366 | −2.1% | |
| 1920 | 383 | 4.6% | |
| 1930 | 336 | −12.3% | |
| 1940 | 297 | −11.6% | |
| 1950 | 322 | 8.4% | |
| 1960 | 369 | 14.6% | |
| 1970 | 346 | −6.2% | |
| 1980 | 279 | −19.4% | |
| 1990 | 281 | 0.7% | |
| 2000 | 265 | −5.7% | |
| 2010 | 279 | 5.3% | |
| 2020 | 223 | −20.1% | |
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The population of Old Washington has changed quite a bit over the years. In 1820, there were only 161 people living there. The population grew to its highest point in 1850 with 759 residents. Since then, the number of people living in the village has generally decreased. In 2020, the population was 223.
Who Lives in Old Washington?
Based on the 2010 census, there were 279 people living in Old Washington. Most of the people were White (98.9%). A small number were Native American or of two or more races. About 1.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the village was about 40 years old.
- About 22% of residents were under 18.
- About 20% were 65 or older.
- The rest were adults between 18 and 64.
There were 111 households in the village. Many of these were married couples living together. Some households had children under 18.
Education for Students
Students living in Old Washington attend schools within the East Guernsey Local School District.
- Younger students go to Buckeye Trail Elementary School.
- Middle school students attend Buckeye Trail Middle School.
- Older students go to Buckeye Trail High School.
See also
In Spanish: Old Washington (Ohio) para niños
