Williamsburg, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Williamsburg, Ohio
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Village
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Location of Williamsburg, Ohio
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Location of Williamsburg in Clermont County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Clermont |
| Township | Williamsburg |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.59 sq mi (6.72 km2) |
| • Land | 2.56 sq mi (6.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,570 |
| • Density | 1,004.30/sq mi (387.77/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
45176
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| Area code(s) | 513 |
| FIPS code | 39-85288 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2400171 |
| Website | http://www.williamsburgohio.org/ |
Williamsburg is a small and friendly village located in Clermont County, Ohio, United States. It's a place where about 2,570 people live, according to the 2020 census. This village is a part of the larger state of Ohio and has a rich history.
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History of Williamsburg
When Was Williamsburg Founded?
Williamsburg was started way back in 1796. It was founded by a person named General William Lytle. He was part of a well-known family from Cincinnati, Ohio.
How Williamsburg Got Its Name
The village was named after a famous city called Williamsburg, Virginia. This shows a connection to early American history.
Post Office and Name Change
A post office opened in Williamsburg in 1802. Back then, it was spelled "Williamsburgh" with an "h" at the end. Later, in 1893, the name was officially changed to "Williamsburg," which is how it's spelled today.
Geography of Williamsburg
Where Is Williamsburg Located?
Williamsburg is in Clermont County, Ohio. It covers a total area of about 1.97 square miles (5.10 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 1.95 square miles (5.05 square kilometers). A small part, 0.02 square miles (0.05 square kilometers), is water.
People of Williamsburg
Population Over the Years
The number of people living in Williamsburg has changed a lot over time. Here’s a quick look at how the population has grown:
- 1820: 177 people
- 1830: 286 people
- 1840: 385 people
- 1860: 555 people
- 1870: 773 people
- 1880: 795 people
- 1890: 828 people
- 1900: 1,002 people
- 1910: 948 people
- 1920: 969 people
- 1930: 1,147 people
- 1940: 1,194 people
- 1950: 1,490 people
- 1960: 1,956 people
- 1970: 2,054 people
- 1980: 1,952 people
- 1990: 2,322 people
- 2000: 2,358 people
- 2010: 2,490 people
- 2020: 2,570 people
Williamsburg in 2010
In 2010, there were 2,490 people living in Williamsburg. These people lived in 990 different homes. About 634 of these homes were families. The village had about 1,102 housing units in total.
Most of the people in Williamsburg were White (98.0%). A small number were African American (0.5%), Native American (0.2%), or Asian (0.1%). Some people were from two or more races (1.0%). About 0.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age in Williamsburg
In 2010, about 36.3% of homes had children under 18 living there. About 42.5% of homes were married couples. Some homes had a female head (15.8%) or a male head (5.8%) without a spouse. About 36.0% of homes were not families.
The average age of people in the village was 36.6 years old. About 26.7% of residents were under 18. About 11.8% were 65 years old or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (48.4%) and females (51.6%).
Education in Williamsburg
Williamsburg has a public library. It is a part of the Clermont County Public Library system. This library helps residents learn and read.
Images for kids
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Williamsburg corporation limit sign.
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Looking southeast on Main Street in Williamsburg.
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Water tower in Williamsburg.
See also
In Spanish: Williamsburg (Ohio) para niños
