Cities & Towns in Muskingum County, OH
Muskingum County, county in Ohio, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 86,020 inhabitants. The county was created 220 years ago in 1804. Its county seat is Zanesville.
There are 16 city/town in Muskingum County, OH. The largest city of Muskingum County is Zanesville with a population of 25,193. Other cities include, McDonald population 3,019, North Zanesville population 2,816, Hopewell population 2,745, New Concord population 2,165
Zanesville
Zanesville, City in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States
McDonald
McDonald, Human settlement in Ohio, USA
North Zanesville
North Zanesville, Census-designated place in Muskingum County, Ohio
Situated in east-central Ohio, along the Muskingum River, Muskingum County is home to several small cities and villages that each have their own unique story and character. Here are some of the key municipalities in Muskingum County:
Zanesville is the largest city and county seat of Muskingum County. Settled in 1799, Zanesville was named after Ebenezer Zane, who founded the community. With a population around 25,000, Zanesville serves as the economic and cultural hub of the county. Points of interest include the Zanesville Pottery Company, the John and Annie Glenn Museum, and the Lock #10 Historic District highlighting 19th century Ohio Canal history.
Founded in 1815, Dresden is located along the Muskingum River to the north of Zanesville. Dresden blossomed as a major Ohio River port in the 1800s and many historic buildings from this era remain. Designated a National Historic Landmark District, charming downtown Dresden looks much like it did in the 19th century. The community celebrates its heritage with events like the annual Apple Butter Stirrin' Festival.
Located east of Zanesville, New Concord was established in 1828. It is best known as the home of Muskingum University, founded in 1837. New Concord hosted the Ohio presidential primary debate between John F. Kennedy and Hubert Humphrey in 1960. The village of around 2,500 residents retains its quaint small town atmosphere and history today.
Duncan Falls
Duncan Falls lies along the Muskingum River south of Zanesville. It originated as a coal mining and manufacturing center in the early 1800s. The historic Philo Power Plant, begun in 1910 to provide hydroelectric power from the Muskingum River, operated for nearly a century before closing. Though now unincorporated, Duncan Falls played a key role in the industrial development of Muskingum County.
Adamsville
Adamsville is a village west of Zanesville that started as a rest stop for travelers heading west in the early 19th century. It was formally established in 1817 and named for President John Adams. Adamsville was once home to numerous pottery companies. The community celebrates its pottery heritage each year with the Adamsville Clay Festival showcasing local artisans.
Muskingum County has a rich history and collection of small towns that exemplify an earlier era of settlement, transportation, industry and culture in Ohio. Each town has its own story waiting to be explored.
All Muskingum County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Muskingum County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Rock | Township in Muskingum County, Ohio | 693 |
| Brush Creek | Township in Muskingum County, Ohio | 1,009 |
| Dresden | Town in the U. | 1,688 |
| Elizabeth | Township in Miami County, Ohio | 1,725 |
| Frazeysburg | City in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States of America | 1,315 |
| Fultonham | Human settlement in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States of America | 160 |
| Hopewell | Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America | 2,745 |
| McDonald | Human settlement in Ohio, USA | 3,019 |
| New Concord | Village in Muskingum County, Ohio | 2,165 |
| North Zanesville | Census-designated place in Muskingum County, Ohio | 2,816 |
| Norwich | Human settlement in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States of America | 100 |
| Philo | Human settlement in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States of America | 728 |
| Roseville | Village in Ohio | 1,833 |
| South Zanesville | City in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States of America | 2,095 |
| Wesley | Township in Washington County, Ohio | 959 |
| Zanesville | City in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States | 25,193 |
