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'''Marysville''' is a city in and the ] of ], United States,<ref name="GR6">{{cite web|url=http://www.naco.org/Counties/Pages/FindACounty.aspx|access-date=2011-06-07|title=Find a County|publisher=National Association of Counties}}</ref> approximately {{convert|27|mi}} northwest of ]. The population was 25,571 at the ]. It is part of the ].
'''Marysville''' is a city in and the ] of ], ], ].{{GR|6}} The population was 15,942 at the ], and the Census Bureau estimated that it had risen to 17,621 by 2006.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://factfinder.census.gov/servlet/SAFFPopulation?_event=Search&_name=MARYSVILLE&_state=04000US39&_county=MARYSVILLE&_cityTown=MARYSVILLE&_zip=&_sse=on&_lang=en&pctxt=fph |title=2006 US Census estimate |publisher=Factfinder.census.gov |date= |accessdate=2010-04-25}}</ref>


Marysville's longtime slogan is "Where the Grass is Greener".<ref>{{cite book|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=dNhLCAAAQBAJ&q=Marysville%2C+Ohio+where+the+grass+is+greener&pg=PT43|title=The Journey - Bean Town to L.A.|publisher=Lulu Press, Inc|date=13 March 2013|access-date=21 October 2015|author=William Malic|pages=Chapter 7|isbn=9781105940057}}</ref> In December 2008, the city was designated as a "Preserve America Community" by ] ].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.marysvillejt.com/web/index.php?sid=50&id=3329|title=City receives special designation|date=22 December 2008|first=Ryan|last=Horns|newspaper= Times-Journal|location=Marysville, OH|access-date= 7 August 2013}}</ref>
Marysville's longtime slogan is "Where the Grass is Greener".

In December 2008, Marysville was designated as a "Preserve America Community" by the White House.<ref>Marysville JT, City Receives</ref>


== History == == History ==
=== Origins === === Origins ===
Marysville was originally part of ], and then became part of the ] within that territory, and eventually became part of the state of Ohio. One of the original surveyors of the area was James Galloway, Jr., who first visited in 1805.<ref>History, Union County, p. 274</ref> Marysville was founded in 1816 by Samuel W. Cuthbertson, who named the town after his daughter Mary, along the small waterway of Mill Creek. Marysville was originally part of ], and then became part of the ] within that territory, and eventually became part of the state of Ohio. One of the original surveyors of the area was James Galloway, Jr., who first visited in 1805.<ref>{{cite book|url=https://archive.org/details/historyofunionco00dura|title=The History of Union County, Ohio, containing a history of the county...|first=Pliny|last= Durant|publisher=W. H. Beers & Co.|location=Chicago, IL|year=1883|page= }}</ref> Marysville was founded in 1819 by Samuel W. Cuthbertson, who named the town after his daughter Mary,<ref>{{cite book|url=https://archive.org/details/bub_gb_dt48AAAAYAAJ|title=The Ohio Gazetteer, or, a Topographical Dictionary|publisher=Scott and Wright|date=1833|access-date=12 December 2013|author=Kilbourn, John|pages=}}</ref> along the small waterway of Mill Creek.


=== County Seat Designation === === County seat designation ===
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After the organization of the county by the Ohio Legislature, Marysville was designated as the seat of Union County.<ref>History, Union County, p. 313</ref> The first recorded meeting of the commissioners was in 1820.<ref>History, Union County, p. 342, 347</ref> Between 1835 and 1840, a courthouse was constructed.<ref>History, Union County, p. 318</ref> Eventually a new courthouse would be built in Marysville, dedicated on January 27, 1883. This is the present courthouse today.<ref>History, Union County, p. 319</ref> After the organization of the county by the Ohio Legislature, Marysville was designated as the seat of Union County.<ref>Durant, p. 313</ref> The first recorded meeting of the commissioners was in 1820.<ref>Durant, pp. 342 & 347</ref> Between 1835 and 1840, a courthouse was constructed.<ref>Durant, p. 318</ref> Eventually, a new dedicated courthouse would be built in Marysville on January 27, 1883, which is also presently in use.<ref>Durant, p. 319</ref>


In 1849, a county infirmary was authorized. The first county jail was a log structure that sat on the southside of East Center street, in the rear of the courthouse. Eventually a new jail was authorized by the commissioners and built in the 1870s. In 1878 the county purchased a 10-ton safe for the treasury, that eventually was moved into courthouse.<ref>History, Union County, p. 323-324</ref> In 1849, a county ] was authorized. The first county jail was a log structure that sat on the south side of East Center street, in the rear of the courthouse. Eventually a new jail was authorized by the commissioners and built in the 1870s. In 1878 the county purchased a 10-ton safe for the treasury, that eventually was moved into courthouse.<ref>Durant, pp. 323-324</ref>


The first county fair was held in 1847 in Marysville, in the public square. In 1852, the Agriculture Society moved the fair to the current location, on the northside of town.<ref>History, Union County, p. 328</ref> The Bible Society was organized in 1830. On December 4, 1875, a group met at the courthouse in Marysville to organize the Union County Pioneer society. The first county fair was held in 1847 in Marysville, in the public square. In 1852, the Agriculture Society moved the fair to the current location, on the north side of town.<ref>Durant, p. 328</ref>


=== Early development ===
In 1866, the Union County Teachers' Institute was organized in Marysville, with Franklin Wood serving at the first President. In 1882, the Normal School was organized by J.S. Wharton, which specialized in instructing future teachers.<ref>History, Union County, p.338</ref>
Marysville was originally laid out in 1820. The first permanent settlement was made by Abraham Amrine, of Swiss descent, in 1817, two miles north of the city.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1" p.64</ref> Today the main road leading to the high school is named Amrine-Mill Rd.
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In 1824, the first post office was established. At this time, there were only four families in the village.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.8</ref> In 1828, Marysville's first school was established in the east side of town using a log cabin as its building structure. By 1839, there were already three schools operating in the town. In 1843, the first high school was opened by Caroline Humphrey, and by 1850 there was a Board of Education making annual reports to the voters.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.43,44</ref>


In 1837, the Ohio Gazetteer published that Marysville was a small post town consisting of a court house, a jail, forty-five dwelling houses, one tavern, three stores, one practicing physician, two attorneys and about 250 inhabitants.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.31</ref> By 1846, Marysville had 360 inhabitants, three small dry goods stores, two churches (Presbyterian and Methodist), a private school, and a newspaper office.<ref>Durant, p. 347</ref>
=== Early Development ===
Marysville was originally laid out in 1820. The first permanent settlement was made by Abraham Amrine, of Swiss descent, in 1817, two miles north of the city.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.64</ref> Today the main road leading to the high school is named Amrine-Mill Rd.
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In 1824, the first post office was established. At this time, there were only four families in the village.<ref name="History, Paris Township, p.32">History, Paris Township, p.32</ref> In 1828, a log cabin on the east side of town was the first school. By 1839, there were three schools. In 1843, the first high school was opened by Caroline Humphrey, and by 1850 there was a Board of Education making annual reports to the voters.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.43,44</ref>
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In 1837, the Ohio Gazetteer published that Marysville was a small post town with a court house and a jail, forty-five dwelling houses, one tavern, three stores, one practicing physician, two attorneys and about 250 inhabitants.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.31</ref> By 1846, Marysville had 360 inhabitants, three small dry goods stores, two churches-Presbyterian and Methodist, a private school, and a newspaper office.<ref name="ReferenceA">Marysville, Ohio Historical Society</ref><ref>History, Union County, p. 347</ref>


Early Marysville businesses during this period included McClouds Drug Store on the south side of the square, the Cheap Cash Store, the American Hotel, the W.W. Woods store, and Hare and Hughes, a hat business located on the southwest corner of the square. Several locals ran personal unnamed businesses. The village was incorporated in 1840, with Otway Curry elected as the first mayor.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.32,48</ref> Early Marysville businesses during this period included McClouds Drug Store on the south side of the square, the Cheap Cash Store, the American Hotel, the W.W. Woods store, and Hare and Hughes, a hat business located on the southwest corner of the square. Several locals ran personal unnamed businesses. The village was incorporated in 1840, with ] elected as the first mayor.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", pp.32 & 48</ref>


Ladders were first purchased for a fire department in 1845, and by 1865 the village had purchased the first fire engine. The commissioners petitioned for a fire house, but it would not be built until 1906, being a two level brick building.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.53</ref> Ladders were first purchased for a fire department in 1845, and by 1865 the village had purchased the first fire engine. The commissioners petitioned for a fire house, but it would not be built until 1906, being a two level brick building.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.53</ref>
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A census in 1859 showed that the village had 981 residents. By 1865, Marysville had six dry goods stores, one hardware store, nine or ten groceries, a mill, a woolen factory, and most of the trades and professions. It was growing steadily by this point.<ref name="History, Paris Township, p.32" />


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In 1877, the town council decided to build a city hall on the southeast corner of Main and South. It would be completed in 1878, and house the council rooms, public library, fire department rooms, and city prison.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.54</ref> An opera house would be constructed as well. In 1877, a fine building was erected on the eastside of town for education. It had 10 rooms for educational purposes, other rooms for various purposes, and an exhibition hall on the upper floor. The Agassiz Scientific, Archaeological and Historical Society of Marysville was organized in 1879, and placed in the East school building. Their museum was also placed in East.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.47,62</ref>
A census in 1859 showed that the village had 981 residents. By 1865, Marysville had six dry goods stores, one hardware store, nine or ten groceries, a mill, a woolen factory, and most of the trades and professions. It was growing steadily by this point.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.32</ref>


In 1877, the town council decided to build a city hall on the southeast corner of Main and South. It would be completed in 1878, and house the council rooms, public library, fire department rooms, and city prison.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.54</ref> An opera house would be constructed as well. In 1877, a fine building was erected on the eastside of town for education. It had ten rooms for educational purposes, other rooms for various purposes, and an exhibition hall on the upper floor. The Agassiz Scientific, Archaeological and Historical Society of Marysville was organized in 1879, and placed in the East school building, their museum was also placed in the same building.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", pp.47 & 62</ref>
By 1890, Marysville had a population of 2,832 residents, and by 1888 had earned itself the title “the Shaded City” because of its tree-lined streets.<ref name="ReferenceA" />


By 1888, Marysville had earned itself the title of "the Shaded City" because of its tree-lined streets, and by 1890, its population increased to 2,832 residents.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1"</ref>
=== Early Manufacturing and Banking ===
Marysville's industrial roots can be traced back to many early companies. Among those were the Marysville Pearlash Factory, an ashery founded in 1848, which by 1874 was the largest in the United States. The first steam-grist mill was erected in 1856 by Saxton and Casil. In 1867, Miller & Snodgrass constructed a flour mill. In 1874, Marysville Butter Tub and Spoke Company was incorporated with $50,000.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.55</ref>


=== Early manufacturing and banking ===
A wool company, Woodbury & Welsh, constructed a factory out of brick in the northeast part of town in 1864, and a brewery was built in 1866 on the east side. In 1868, O.M. Scotts and Company was organized. In 1871, the Marysville Cheese Manufacturing Company was built on the east side. Many carriage manufacturing companies operated in Marysville, including Bauer, Schepper & Devine in 1882, City Carriage Works in 1871, and L. E. Helium in 1874.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.56</ref>
Marysville's industrial roots can be traced back to many early companies. Among those were the Marysville Pearlash Factory, an ashery founded in 1848, which by 1874 was the largest in the United States. The first steam-grist mill was erected in 1856 by Saxton and Casil. In 1867, Miller & Snodgrass constructed a flour mill. In 1874, Marysville Butter Tub and Spoke Company was incorporated with $50,000.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.55</ref>


A wool company, Woodbury & Welsh, constructed a factory out of brick in the northeast part of town in 1864, and a brewery was built in 1866 on the east side. In 1868, O.M. Scotts and Company was organized. In 1871, the Marysville Cheese Manufacturing Company was built on the east side. Many carriage manufacturing companies operated in Marysville, including Bauer, Schepper & Devine in 1882, City Carriage Works in 1871, and L. E. Helium in 1874.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.56</ref>
In 1875 Rice, Fleck & Co. opened a lumberyard. The Marysville Gas Light Company was incorporated in 1878 following almost a decade of the city using gasoline for lighting. The Bank of Marysville was opened in 1854, the Farmer's Bank of Union County in 1868 located on the southeast corner of the square, and the People's Bank in 1874.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.56,57</ref>
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There's an interesting sidenote concerning Marysville's early manufacturing history—a story about a fire in 1858 at the Union factory, was published in the New York Times.<ref>New York Times, Fire In Marysville</ref>


In 1875, Rice, Fleck & Co. opened a lumberyard. The Marysville Gas Light Company was incorporated in 1878 following almost a decade of the city using kerosene for lighting. The Bank of Marysville was opened in 1854, the Farmer's Bank of Union County in 1868, located on the southeast corner of the square, and the People's Bank in 1874.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", pp.56- 57</ref>
=== Early Culture ===
In 1827 the Methodist Episcopal Church was organized. In 1856 the church dedicated a new building on East Center street. The first 4th of July celebrations were held in 1828.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.33,34</ref>


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In 1840, Otway Curry, a poet of national fame and resident of Marysville, wrote the "Log Cabin Song." It would inspire the ] of ], who would go onto win the Presidential election that year.<ref>History, Union County, p. 402</ref>


=== Early culture ===
The Presbyterian Church was organized in the house of Stephen McClain on September 9, 1829. In 1866, a movement was started to construct a new church building; a new building was finally dedicated in 1870, located at the corner of Center and West streets. The Congregational Church organized in 1864, with a building constructed on the northeast corner of West and South street.<ref>History, Paris, Township, p.35-41</ref>
In 1827, the Methodist Episcopal Church was organized. In 1856, the church dedicated a new building on East Center street. The first ] celebrations were held in 1828.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", pp.33-34</ref>


In 1840, Otway Curry, a poet of national fame and resident of Marysville, wrote the "Log Cabin Song". It would inspire the ] of ], who would go on to win the Presidential election that year.<ref>Durant, p. 402</ref>
The Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, a ], was constructed in 1866 at Water street near the railroad station. The German Lutheran Church organized in 1875, also operating their own school.<ref>History, Paris Township, p.42</ref> Many other churches would eventually be constructed, including a new Methodist Church on W. 6th street and S. Court.


The Presbyterian Church was organized in the house of Stephen McClain on September 9, 1829. In 1866, a movement was started to construct a new church building; a new building was finally dedicated in 1870, located at the corner of Center and West Streets. The Congregational Church organized in 1864, with a building constructed on the northeast corner of West and South Street.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.35-41</ref>
=== Modern Development ===
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Over the next century, Marysville's population would double from its 1890 census. A new high school was built in the West neighborhood behind the courthouse, which would then become a middle school later when a new high school would be built on the north side. The most recent high school went up in the 1990s. At that time, the old high school became the new middle school, and the old middle school became county offices.


The Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, a ], was constructed in 1866 at Water Street near the railroad station. The German Lutheran Church organized in 1875, also operating their own school.<ref>Durant, "Township Histories- Chapter 1", p.42</ref>
In 1948, Nestle USA opened a research and development center in the West neighborhood. A new city hall would be constructed on the southeast side of Uptown, which housed the police department. Memorial Hospital of Union County located in the Medical district in 1952.<ref name="Memorial Hospital, History">Memorial Hospital, History</ref> Many other developments took place during this time, including the construction of the Union County Airport on the east side in 1967,<ref>AirNav, Union County</ref> as well as numerous manufacturing companies and small housing developments being constructed throughout the city. Timberview, an upscale residential section on the south side, would be constructed, and included a golf course. Greenwood Colony would also be built on the south side.


=== Modern development ===
In 1982, Honda opened manufacturing plants on the far west side of the town. This caused the expansion of the U.S. Route 33. U.S. President ] would visit in 1992 as part of his "]" re-election campaign.<ref>Compleat Heretic</ref>
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In 2006, Marysville was named one of the best five hometowns in Ohio by Ohio Magazine. By this time, the population had nearly tripled over the last two decades.<ref name="Marysville Community Profile">Marysville Community Profile</ref> Marysville’s "Uptown Area" (downtown) has recently experienced large investment by the public-private partnership group "Uptown Renewal Team" (URT), and over $1 million has recently been invested by various business owners.<ref name="Marysville Community Profile" />


Over the next century, Marysville's population would double from its 1890 census. A new high school was built in the West neighborhood behind the courthouse, which would then become a middle school later when a new high school would be built on the north side. The most recent high school went up in the 1990s. At that time, the old high school became the new middle school, and the old middle school became county offices.{{citation needed|date=August 2013}}
=== Military Heritage ===
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Marysville has a unique military heritage, tracing its roots back to the American ]. Marysville has contributed sons and daughters to every branch of service in every American war.<ref>Veterans Database</ref> Marysville native Cornelia Cole Fairbanks, wife of U.S. Vice President ], would serve as the President of the Daughters of the American Revolution in the early 20th century.


In 1948, ] opened a research and development center in the West neighborhood. A new city hall would be constructed on the southeast side of Uptown, which housed the police department. Memorial Hospital of Union County located in the Medical district in 1952.<ref name=hospital>{{cite web|url=http://www.memorialhosp.org/hospital-guide/about-us/history|work=Memorial Hospital of Union|access-date=7 August 2013|title=History|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130827110244/http://www.memorialhosp.org/hospital-guide/about-us/history|archive-date=27 August 2013}}</ref> Many other developments took place during this time, including the construction of the Union County Airport on the east side in 1967,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.airnav.com/airport/KMRT|work=AirNav|title= Union County Airport, Marysville, OH|access-date= 7 August 2013}}</ref> as well as numerous manufacturing companies and small housing developments being constructed throughout the city. Timberview, an upscale residential section on the south side, would be constructed, and included a golf course. Greenwood Colony would also be built on the south side.
In 2007, the dedicated the Union County Veterans Memorial on the northeast lawn of the courthouse. This was sponsored through private, public, and corporate grants and donations, including support from the Union County Foundation.<ref>Annual Report</ref> In attendance were hundreds of citizens, U.S. Representative ], and many other political and civic leaders. In 2008, the ] opened a new $8.2 million Marysville facility on the east side adjacent to the YMCA.<ref>New Armory</ref><ref>Area Memorial</ref>


In 1977, ] announced plans to construct a motorcycle assembly plant near Marysville<ref>{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=eKBytS8iAC8C&q=Honda+Marysville%2C+Ohio&pg=PA295 | title=Approaches to Economic Development: Readings From Economic Development Quarterly | publisher=SAGE | date=1999 | access-date=21 October 2015 | author= John P. Blair, Laura A. Reese | pages= 295| isbn=9780761918844 }}</ref> and eventually opened manufacturing plants northwest of the town in 1982. This caused the expansion of U.S. Route 33.{{citation needed|date=August 2013}}
== Historic Architecture of Marysville ==

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President ] visited in 1992 as part of his "]" re-election campaign.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://articles.philly.com/1992-09-27/news/26021669_1_bill-clinton-truman-campaign-arkansas-gov|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140815212933/http://articles.philly.com/1992-09-27/news/26021669_1_bill-clinton-truman-campaign-arkansas-gov|url-status=dead|archive-date=August 15, 2014|title=Bush Spreads His Message On Ohio Whistle-stop Tour|newspaper=Philadelphia Inquirer|location=Philadelphia, PA|date=27 September 1992|first=David|last=Hess}}</ref>
File:Frank Lloyd Wright Praire Style Marysville.jpg|Frank Lloyd Wright prairie style, West
File:Victorian Home Marysville.jpg|Queen Anne style, West
File:Victorian Style Home.JPG|Victorian style, East
File:Classical Home Marysville.jpg|Classical style, West
File:Cape Cod home in Marysville Ohio.jpg|Cape Code style, West
File:Dutch Colonial Revival Bungalow in Marysville Ohio.jpg|Dutch Colonial Revival Bungalow, East
File:American Foursquare Home Marysville.jpg|American Foursquare style, West
File:Historic Home Marysville.jpg|French-influenced style, Edgewood
File:Dr. Henderson's House Marysville Ohio.jpg|Italianate Victorian style, East
File:Shingle style home Marysville Ohio1.jpg|Shingle style, West
File:Colonial Home in Marysville Ohio.jpg|Colonial style, West
File:Colonial Marysville.jpg|Italianate style, West(former home of U.S. Representative ])
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== Geography == == Geography ==
According to the ], the city has a total area of {{convert|16.56|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which {{convert|16.27|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.29|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=]|access-date=2013-01-06|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120125061959/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|archive-date=2012-01-25}}</ref>
{{USCensusPop
| 1860=849
| 1870=1441
| 1880=2061
| 1890=2810
| 1900=3048
| 1910=3576
| 1920=3035
| 1930=3639
| 1940=4037
| 1950=4256
| 1960=4952
| 1970=5744
| 1980=7403
| 1990=9656
| 2000=15942
| estyear=2008
| estimate=18212
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According to the ], the city has a total area of 15.6&nbsp;square miles (40.4&nbsp;km²), of which, 15.5&nbsp;square miles (40.2&nbsp;km²) of it is land and 0.1&nbsp;square miles (0.2&nbsp;km²) of it (0.51%) is water.


== Demographics == === Climate ===
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As of the ]{{GR|2}} of 2000, there were 15,942 people, 5,563 households, and 3,788 families residing in the city. The ] was 1,026.8 people per square mile (396.3/km²). There were 5,976 housing units at an average density of 384.9/sq&nbsp;mi (148.6/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 91.32% ], 6.15% ], 0.16% ], 0.97% ], 0.03% ], 0.24% from ], and 1.13% from two or more races. ] or ] of any race were 1.05% of the population.
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| location = Marysville, Ohio (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1917–present)
| Jan record high F = 72
| Feb record high F = 75
| Mar record high F = 85
| Apr record high F = 89
| May record high F = 95
| Jun record high F = 101
| Jul record high F = 109
| Aug record high F = 105
| Sep record high F = 102
| Oct record high F = 92
| Nov record high F = 80
| Dec record high F = 74
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|Jan avg record high F = 57.7
Of European ethnicities, 27.8% report being of German ancestry, 13.1% of Irish ancestry, 10.2% of English ancestry, 10.1% of American ancestry, 3.2% of Italian ancestry, and 2.9% of Polish ancestry.<ref name="City Data">City Data</ref>
|Feb avg record high F = 61.6
|Mar avg record high F = 71.6
|Apr avg record high F = 81.1
|May avg record high F = 88.4
|Jun avg record high F = 93.0
|Jul avg record high F = 93.2
|Aug avg record high F = 92.2
|Sep avg record high F = 90.3
|Oct avg record high F = 82.7
|Nov avg record high F = 68.9
|Dec avg record high F = 60.5
|year avg record high F = 94.5


| Jan high F = 35.0
There were 5,563 households out of which 38.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.8% were ] living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.9% were non-families. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.05.
| Feb high F = 38.9
| Mar high F = 49.6
| Apr high F = 63.0
| May high F = 73.6
| Jun high F = 81.7
| Jul high F = 84.9
| Aug high F = 83.5
| Sep high F = 77.5
| Oct high F = 65.0
| Nov high F = 50.9
| Dec high F = 39.6
| year high F = 61.9
| Jan mean F = 27.8
| Feb mean F = 30.9
| Mar mean F = 40.2
| Apr mean F = 52.0
| May mean F = 62.7
| Jun mean F = 71.2
| Jul mean F = 74.7
| Aug mean F = 73.0
| Sep mean F = 66.1
| Oct mean F = 54.4
| Nov mean F = 42.3
| Dec mean F = 32.9
| year mean F = 52.3
| Jan low F = 20.6
| Feb low F = 22.9
| Mar low F = 30.8
| Apr low F = 41.0
| May low F = 51.8
| Jun low F = 60.8
| Jul low F = 64.4
| Aug low F = 62.4
| Sep low F = 54.7
| Oct low F = 43.8
| Nov low F = 33.7
| Dec low F = 26.1
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|Jan avg record low F = 0.4
In the city the population was spread out with 26.2% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 38.9% from 25 to 44, 16.8% from 45 to 64, and 9.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females there were 76.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 67.4 males.
|Feb avg record low F = 4.4
|Mar avg record low F = 13.3
|Apr avg record low F = 26.2
|May avg record low F = 38.3
|Jun avg record low F = 47.3
|Jul avg record low F = 53.1
|Aug avg record low F = 50.9
|Sep avg record low F = 41.0
|Oct avg record low F = 30.7
|Nov avg record low F = 20.1
|Dec avg record low F = 10.0
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| Jan record low F = -23
The median income for a household in the city was $46,765, and the median income for a family was $55,464. Males had a median income of $40,973 versus $27,427 for females. The ] for the city was $19,127. About 4.0% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the ], including 5.3% of those under age 18 and 9.4% of those age 65 or over.
| Feb record low F = -19
| Mar record low F = -11
| Apr record low F = 8
| May record low F = 22
| Jun record low F = 36
| Jul record low F = 42
| Aug record low F = 36
| Sep record low F = 27
| Oct record low F = 12
| Nov record low F = -6
| Dec record low F = -20
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| Feb precipitation inch = 2.29
| Mar precipitation inch = 3.02
| Apr precipitation inch = 3.86
| May precipitation inch = 4.52
| Jun precipitation inch = 4.85
| Jul precipitation inch = 4.15
| Aug precipitation inch = 3.41
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| Nov precipitation inch = 2.90
| Dec precipitation inch = 2.88
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| Feb precipitation days = 10.0
| Mar precipitation days = 10.8
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| May precipitation days = 13.6
| Jun precipitation days = 11.7
| Jul precipitation days = 10.3
| Aug precipitation days = 8.7
| Sep precipitation days = 8.8
| Oct precipitation days = 8.9
| Nov precipitation days = 9.5
| Dec precipitation days = 10.9
| year precipitation days = 126.4
| Jan snow inch = 7.0
| Feb snow inch = 6.6
| Mar snow inch = 4.1
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| Mar snow days = 2.2
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| Dec snow days = 3.6
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== Demographics ==
Pending the next census in 2010, as of 2009 the estimated average household income is $57,870 with the majority of households having an average income over $50,000.<ref>CLRsesearch</ref> The median price for a home in Marysville is estimated at $162,846 as of 2007.<ref name="City Data" />
{{US Census population
|1840= 360
|1850= 605
|1860= 849
|1870= 1441
|1880= 2061
|1890= 2810
|1900= 3048
|1910= 3576
|1920= 3035
|1930= 3639
|1940= 4037
|1950= 4256
|1960= 4952
|1970= 5744
|1980= 7403
|1990= 9656
|2000= 15942
|2010= 22094
|2020= 25571
|footnote=Sources:<ref name="GR2" /><ref name=Census1870>{{cite web|title=Population of Civil Divisions Less than Counties|url=http://www2.census.gov/prod2/decennial/documents/1870a-08.pdf|work=Statistics of the Population of the United States at the Ninth Census|date=1870|publisher=U.S. Census Bureau|access-date=17 May 2020 }}</ref><ref name=Census1880>{{cite web|title=Population of Civil Divisions Less than Counties|url=http://www2.census.gov/prod2/decennial/documents/1880a_v1-11.pdf|date=1880|work=Statistics of the Population of the United States at the Tenth Census|publisher=U.S. Census Bureau|access-date=17 May 2020}}</ref><ref name=Census1910>{{cite web|title=Population: Ohio|url=http://www2.census.gov/prod2/decennial/documents/36894832v3ch3.pdf|work=1910 U.S. Census|publisher=U.S. Census Bureau|access-date=17 May 2020}}</ref><ref name=Census1930>{{cite web|title=Population: Ohio|url=http://www2.census.gov/prod2/decennial/documents/03815512v1ch08.pdf|work=1930 US Census|publisher=U.S. Census Bureau|access-date=17 May 2020}}</ref><ref name="Census1960">{{cite web|title=Number of Inhabitants: Ohio|url=https://www2.census.gov/library/publications/decennial/1960/population-volume-1/37749282v1p37_ch02.pdf|date=1960|work=18th Census of the United States|publisher=U.S. Census Bureau|access-date=17 May 2020 }}</ref><ref name="Census1990">{{cite web|title=Ohio: Population and Housing Unit Counts|url=https://www.census.gov/prod/cen1990/cph2/cph-2-37.pdf|publisher=U.S. Census Bureau|access-date=17 May 2020}}</ref>
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<ref>https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/marysvillecityohio,OH/PST045219 {{Dead link|date=February 2022}}</ref>
As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $55,671. Males had a median income of $40,973 versus $27,427 for females. The ] for the city was $22,812. About 4.0% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the ], including 5.3% of those under age 18 and 9.4% of those age 65 or over.


The median price for a home in Marysville was $168,100 according to Census 2010.<ref name="City Data">City Data</ref>
== Economy ==
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Marysville has a vibrant economy and a strong industrial, commercial, and agricultural core. Unemployment rates are consistently below the state and national averages. The city personal income tax is 1%,<ref>Income Tax Form</ref> as well as the business tax.<ref>Business Tax Form</ref> Private sector companies range from manufacturing, health care, legal, accounting, financial, agriculture, food service, retail, information and technology, construction, materials and chemicals, and more. In all, there is an estimated 1300+ businesses in Marysville.<ref name="Manta">Manta</ref>


===2010 census===
=== Industrial and Manufacturing ===
As of the ]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=]|access-date=2013-01-06}}</ref> of 2010, there were 22,094 people, 7,314 households, and 5,050 families residing in the city. The ] was {{convert|1358.0|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 7,969 housing units at an average density of {{convert|489.8|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the city was 90.4% ], 4.5% ], 0.3% ], 2.3% ], 0.1% ], 0.6% from ], and 1.8% from two or more races. ] or ] of any race were 1.8% of the population.
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Marysville is the headquarters for ], the largest producer in the world of horticulture products. The company was founded in 1868 by Orlando Scott in Marysville, and has grown to have an $8 billion market.<ref>Scotts</ref>


There were 7,314 households, of which 41.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.1% were ] living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.0% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.16.
It is the location of major Honda operations. The first production facilities opened by ] in the United States were the ] (1979) and the ] (1982), located about six miles (10&nbsp;km) northwest of the city. The Marysville Auto Plant has been the leading producer of the ] since 1982.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://corporate.honda.com/press/article.aspx?id=4105|title=Honda's Marysville Auto Plant at 25 Years: Historic Yet 'New'
}}</ref> Production of the current generation ] has been based in Marysville since 2003. {{Citation needed|date=December 2007}} There are many companies that work closely with Honda in the area, including NEX Transport.


The median age in the city was 33.1 years. 26.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 36.1% were from 25 to 44; 20.7% were from 45 to 64; and 8.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 42.8% male and 57.2% female.
Marysville is also home to the corporate headquarters of Univenture, which manufactures and markets media packaging and a ] (formerly Denison Hydraulics) manufacturing facility. There is a regional ] manufacturing facility that works in conjunction with Veyance Technology, which recently completed an $18 million expansion and has investors including the ],<ref name="marysvilleohio.org">{{cite web|url=http://www.marysvilleohio.org/AboutMarysvillePages/Marysville%20Community%20Profile%202006.pdf|title=Marysville Community Profile from MarysvilleOhio.org|date=November 2006}}</ref> a ] operation, the eastern United States headquarters of United Rotary Brush, Ray Lewis and Son, , and many others.<ref name="Manta" />


== Economy ==
=== Research and Development ===
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Marysville is the headquarters for ], the largest producer in the world of ] products. The company was founded in 1868 by Orlando Scott in Marysville, and has grown to have an $8 billion market.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thescottsmiraclegrocompany.com/aboutus/company.html|title=Company|publisher=The Scott Miracle-Gro Company|access-date=7 August 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130907142404/http://www.thescottsmiraclegrocompany.com/aboutus/company.html|archive-date=7 September 2013}}</ref>
Marysville is home to major research and development operations. ] is located on the west side of the city, and in recent years improved their facilities with a modern, multi-million dollar makeover.<ref>Nestle</ref> Scotts Miracle Gro also has their R&D operations located on their corporate campus on the eastside. The , a state of the art facility dedicated to transportation research, is located a few miles from Marysville in East Liberty near the Honda manufacturing campus. A unit of Univenture, Algae Venture Systems, recently made a breakthrough by developing a process to produce algae as a cost-effective biofuel.<ref>, Recharge News, Retrieved September 22, 2009]</ref>


] Development and Manufacturing of America's Marysville plant is located near Marysville. The first production facilities opened by Honda in the United States were the ] (1979-2009) and the ] (1982), located about six miles (10&nbsp;km) northwest of the city. The Marysville Auto Plant has been the leading producer of the ] since 1982.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.honda.com/newsandviews/article.aspx?g=honda-automobiles&id=4105-en|title=Honda's Marysville Auto Plant at 25 Years: Historic Yet 'New'|publisher=American Honda Motor Co.|access-date=7 August 2013|date= 21 August 2007}}</ref>
=== Agriculture ===
The Marysville area is home to major agricultural operations. Day Lay Egg Farm, one of the largest egg products manufacturers in the country, is located in the rural stretches around Marysville.<ref>Goliath</ref> Hi-Q Egg Products is currently in the process of building a state of the art, modern facility in the area.<ref>This Week News</ref> Select Sires is a major biotech firm, specializing is animal reproduction services, which is located a few miles from Marysville. Many local, family operated farms surround the Marysville area. The ] operates an in the northern part of the city.


Marysville is also home to the corporate headquarters of ], which manufactures and markets media packaging and a ] (formerly Denison Hydraulics) manufacturing facility. There is a regional ] manufacturing facility, under the name of Veyance Technologies also located within city limits.
=== Retail and food service===
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] Product Technology Center]]
Recent years have seen a growth in national "big box" chains. 2006 saw the opening of several new businesses east of downtown Marysville, beginning with a ]. Also completed in 2006 were new development for ] (including a ] inside), ], Serta-Direct's America's Mattress, ], ], and FirstChoice (a hair styling service).<ref name=MJT1>, Marysville Journal-Tribune. January 9, 2008. Retrieved 25 apr 2010.</ref><ref name=YP />
Marysville is home to several ] operations. ], located on the west side of the city, has a Product Technology Center dedicated to ready-to-drink mixes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nestle.com/RandD/GlobalNetwork/Pages/GlobalNetworkPage.aspx|title=Our Global Network|publisher=Nestlé|access-date= 7 August 2013}}</ref> Scotts Miracle Gro also has their R&D operations located on their corporate campus east of the city. The Transportation Research Center is located a few miles from Marysville in East Liberty near the Honda manufacturing campus. A unit of Univenture, Algae Venture Systems, recently made a breakthrough by developing a process to produce algae as a cost-effective biofuel.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rechargenews.com/regions/north_america/article174685.ece|title=Univenture claims algae-to-fuel breakthrough|work=Recharge News|access-date= 22 September 2009|first=Richard A. |last=Kessler|date=21 December 2012}}</ref>


== Arts and culture ==
In 2007, several new businesses opened, including ],<ref name=MJT1 /> ], , ], ], and Monarch Pizza.<ref name=YP>, Yellow Pages. Retrieved 25 apr 2010.</ref>
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Marysville is also host to events throughout the year such as:<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.epodunk.com/cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=17099|title=Marysville, OH Profile on Epodunk.com|access-date=2007-09-05|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170103170145/http://www.epodunk.com/cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=17099|archive-date=2017-01-03|url-status=dead}}</ref>
* The Union County Fair (late July-early August)
* Festifair (Saturday after Labor Day)


There are several horse farms and equine centers located in the Marysville area, as are several local golf clubs. The ], Covered Bridges of Union County, and the Big Darby Plains Scenic Byway are a short drive away.
In 2008, Boston's Gourmet Pizza, Rooster's Wings, Jack's Aquarium and Pets, Asian Cafe Buffet, Conway's BBQ, Walgreen's, The Bank (Delaware County Bank), Empire Buffet Hibachi Grill and Sushi Bar opened.<ref name=YP />


The Scotts Miracle-Gro museum is located just south of the square in Uptown.
In 2009, Lowes opened its branch at the intersection of Route 36 and Watkins Road.<ref>, Marysville Journal-Tribune. Ryan Horns. January 11, 2008. Retrieved 25 apr 2010.</ref>


The Marysville Public Library is located on Plum Street near Uptown.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://marysvillelib.org | title=Homepage | publisher=Marysville Public Library | access-date=3 March 2018}}</ref>
Traditional, local Marysville restaurants include , Old Town Inn, at the Henderson House, and many others. In 2008, national ] anchor ] visited Marysville during the Presidential primary and interviewed patrons of Old Town Inn.<ref>Marysville JT, Pulse</ref>
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== Parks and recreation ==
In recent years, over 800,000 square feet of retail space has been built to accommodate growth.<ref name="Marysville Community Profile"/> A plethora of local boutique commercial operations dot the streets of historic uptown, and throughout the city.
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There are numerous parks, totaling over {{convert|300|acre|km2}}. They include such features as walking and bike nature trails along Mill Creek, with trails at Aldersgate, Eljers, McCarthy, Mill Creek, Mill Valley South and Central, and Shwartzkopf parks. There is an amphitheater at the American Legion park, soccer and baseball fields at Eljer, Lewis, Mill Creek, and Mill Valley South and Central parks, lighted tennis courts at Eljer and Lewis parks, basketball courts at the American Legion and Aldersgate park with lighted courts at Eljer and Lewis parks, and a football field at Lewis park. There is fishing at Aldersgate, McCarthy, Mill Creek, Mill Valley Central, and Shwartzkopf parks. There is a nature preserve at MacIvor Woods. There is a Frisbee golf course, and a skateboard park at Eljer Park.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.marysvilleohio.org/181/City-Parks|title=City Parks {{!}} Marysville, OH - Official Website|website=www.marysvilleohio.org|access-date=2019-03-06}}</ref>
=== Banking, Financial, and Insurance ===
Marysville is home to branches of major national and regional financial institutions, as well as local institutions. Major financial services companies with branches in the city include JP Morgan Chase, Edward Jones, Huntington National Bank, National City Bank, Fifth Third Bank, Beneficial Corporation, Liberty National Bank, and Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, among others.<ref name="Manta, Financial Services">Manta, Financial Services</ref>

Local banking institutions include Delaware County Bank, Richwood Banking Company of nearby ], which reported deposits of $266 million in February 2009,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.marysvillejt.com/web/index.php?sid=50&id=3938 |title=Small Town Bank |publisher=Marysvillejt.com |date=2009-02-26 |accessdate=2010-04-25}}</ref> Citizens Banking Company, and Honda Federal Credit Union. Local financial services and investment companies include , Brunwood Investments, and , among others. Local holding companies and trusts include Dak Enterprises, which is headquartered in Marysville, and the .<ref name="Manta, Financial Services" />

Marysville is home to major insurance company branches, including Nationwide Insurance, State Farm Insurance, Metropolitan Life, AllState, and many others. Local insurance companies include G&G Insurance, , and the Duke IIS Agency, which is headquartered in Marysville.<ref name="Manta, Financial Services" />


== Education == == Education ==
Marysville is part of the ]. ]]]
Almost all of Marysville is part of the ]. A few parcels of land extend into ]<!--UNI 05032-->.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www2.census.gov/geo/maps/DC2020/PL20/st39_oh/schooldistrict_maps/c39159_union/DC20SD_C39159.pdf|title=2020 CENSUS - SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENCE MAP: Union County, OH|publisher=]|access-date=2024-09-18}} - </ref> ] is the comprehensive high school of the former district.


Besides the Marysville Exempted Village School district, there are other opportunities for education as well. The local church-affiliated St. John’s Lutheran School<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sjsmarysville.org/|title=St. John's Lutheran School, Marysville}}</ref> and Trinity Lutheran School<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.trinitymarysville.org/school/index.htm|title=Trinity Lutheran School}}</ref> both have curricula for students up through the middle school level, and the LEADS Head Start program is a preschool and childhood development program which, in their own words, “serves income eligible families with children ages three and four, including children with special needs.”<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.leadscaa.org/headstart.cfm|title=LEADS Community Action Agency home page}}</ref> Besides the Marysville Exempted Village School district, there are other opportunities for education as well. The local church-affiliated St. John's Lutheran School<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sjsmarysville.org/|title=St. John's Lutheran School, Marysville}}</ref> and Trinity Lutheran School<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.trinitymarysville.org/school/index.htm|title=Trinity Lutheran School|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070908162222/http://www.trinitymarysville.org/school/index.htm|archive-date=2007-09-08}}</ref> both have curricula for students up through the middle school level, and the LEADS Head Start program is a preschool and childhood development program which, in their own words, "serves income eligible families with children ages three and four, including children with special needs."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.leadscaa.org/headstart.cfm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040609201904/http://www.leadscaa.org/headstart.cfm|url-status=dead|archive-date=2004-06-09|title=LEADS Community Action Agency home page}}</ref>


The ], a ], holds its classes at Creekview Intermediate School and did so since September 2021.<ref name=UnionCountydig>{{cite web|url=https://www.unioncountydailydigital.com/articles/marysville-schools-welcome-partnership-with-columbus-japanese-language-school/|title=Marysville Schools Welcome Partnership With Columbus Japanese Language School |newspaper=]|date=2021-09-03|accessdate=2022-02-11}}</ref> The school office is in ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://columbushoshuko.com/wordpress1/541-2/directory/|title=Directory|publisher=Columbus Japanese Language School|accessdate=2022-02-11|quote=School Office<nowiki></nowiki> 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 450 W.Wilson Bridge Rd. Suite 360 Worthington Ohio 43085}}</ref>
A notable educator who resided at one point in the 19th century in Marysville was Heman Ferris. Before moving to Marysville, one of his pupils in New York was ], eventual founder of the ]. Some of his children were born in Marysville, including Heman Charles in 1836, Caroline in 1840, and Hannah in 1843.<ref>New England Families</ref>


=== Schools of Marysville === == Media ==
The Marysville Journal-Tribune is the oldest newspaper establishment in the city, dating back to 1849. The Gaumer-Behrens family has owned the newspaper since 1904. Their electronic version has been awarded the "Best Website In The State Award" by the ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.marysvillejt.com/web/index.php?sid=50&id=1085 |title=Journal Tribune Earns Honors |publisher=Marysvillejt.com |date=2008-04-28 |access-date=2010-04-25}}</ref>
<gallery>
File:Bunsold Middle School Marysville Ohio.jpg|Bunsold Middle School, southern Union County
File:Marysville High School Ohio.jpg|Marysville High School, Academic district
File:Marysville Middle School.jpg|Marysville Middle School, Academic district(closed for renovations)
File:Trinity Lutheran Marysville.jpg|Trinity Lutheran parochial school, East
</gallery>


== Infrastructure == == Infrastructure ==
=== Transportation === === Transportation ===
The ] is located in Marysville. It sports a {{convert|4220|ft|m|adj=on}} runway for passenger and freight air service, and can accommodate private and/or executive aircraft.
==== Airport ====
The ] is located in Marysville. It sports a {{convert|4220|ft|m|sing=on}} runway, complete passenger and freight air service, and can accommodate private and/or executive aircraft.
==== U.S. 33 ====
U.S. Route 33 is a four-lane highway that runs through Marysville, connecting the city with major interstates including U.S. Highway 75 to the northwest, and the 270 outerbelt to the east, which links with U.S. Highway 70 and 71 in Columbus. Rt. 33 is considered one of the major transportation arteries in Ohio.
===== Intermodal railyard =====
The city at the beginning of the 21st century fought and rejected a proposal to locate an intermodal railyard in the city limits, which would have provided the city with a regional county transportation hub label.<ref>Marysville JT, Railyard</ref>
=== Utilities ===
==== Water and sewer ====
The City opened new sewer facilities and a water reservoir in 2009, which will prepare the community for future growth, as Union county is currently the third fastest growing county in the state of Ohio.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.co.union.oh.us/County_History/county_history.html|title=History of Union County}}</ref>
===== Inflatable dam technology =====
In 2009, Marysville became the first city in Central Ohio, as well as possibly the state of Ohio and multi-state region, to employ the use of inflatable dam technology, which was built on Mill Creek. This type of technology is found in places such as ], ], and in the United States, in places such as ]. The dam is part of the new water reservoir system.<ref>, Columbus Business First, Retrieved 16 sept 2009.</ref>


] is a four-lane controlled-access highway that runs through Marysville, connecting the city with major highways including ] to the northwest, and the ] outerbelt to the southeast, which links with ] and ] in Columbus. Rt. 33 is considered one of the major transportation arteries in Ohio.
==== Energy ====
The Marysville-area is serviced by Union Rural Electric, ], and ].


Marysville freight rail traffic is served by ]. There is no passenger rail service.
== Healthcare ==
]
Marysville is home to numerous physicians' offices, and Memorial Hospital of Union County. The hospital recently underwent a multi-million dollar renovation, bringing it into the modern era. Currently it is a 107-bed building, with a primary and emergency care center, and numerous other services including laboratory and imaging services. They also have long-term nursing care and an occupational health center.<ref name="Memorial Hospital, History" />


=== Utilities ===
In 2009, the hospital was named as one of the nation's most technologically improved centers by HHN magazine.<ref>. Retrieved August 29, 2009.</ref> The ] Heart Center opened there in 2009. The hospital is led by Olas Hubbs, a winner of Modern Healthcare Magazine's Up and Comer award in 2002, who was also featured in Columbus Business First's "Forty Under 40" in 2005.<ref>. Retrieved August 29, 2009.</ref>
The City opened new sewer facilities and a water reservoir in 2009. Union county is currently the third fastest growing county in the state of Ohio.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.co.union.oh.us/County_History/county_history.html|title=History of Union County|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070824102833/http://www.co.union.oh.us/County_History/county_history.html|archive-date=2007-08-24}}</ref>


In 2009, Marysville became the first city in Central Ohio to employ the use of inflatable dam technology, which was built on Mill Creek. The dam is part of the new water reservoir system.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/08/10/focus1.html |title=Inflatable dam technology makes way to Central Ohio|newspaper= Columbus Business First|date= 10 August 2009|first=Brian R.|last=Ball|access-date=16 September 2009}}</ref>
Urgent care centers include the Occupational Health Center and Health Partners. Specialty practices include London Avenue Specialty Care Center, Central Ohio Cardiovascular, the Ambulatory Care Clinic, Agnone Morrison and Associates, Marysville Obstestrics and Gynecology, Northwest Columbus Urology, Marysville Surgical Center, and New Life Nurse-Midwifery Care. Chiropractic clinics include Buckeye Chiropractic and Hatfield Chiropractic Clinic.


The city of Marysville is serviced by ], with the surrounding area also served, depending on location, by Union Rural Electric and ].
There are several family practices in the city, including Marysville Pediatrics, Mill Valley Pediatrics, Damascus Family Medicine, John Linscott, M.D., Inc., Marysville Primary Care, McConnell Family Practice, Robert Santiago, M.D., Inc., and War Hawk Family Medicine, among others.


== Media == ===State prison===
Marysville is home to ].
The is the oldest established newspaper in the city, dating back to the 19th century.{{fact}} Their electronic version has been awarded the "Best Website In The State Award" by the ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.marysvillejt.com/web/index.php?sid=50&id=1085 |title=Journal Tribune Earns Honors |publisher=Marysvillejt.com |date=2008-04-28 |accessdate=2010-04-25}}</ref> It has a circulation of over 7,000.


=== Healthcare ===
Marysville is also home to ] and ] radio.
]
Marysville is home to numerous physicians' offices, and Memorial Health. The hospital recently underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation, bringing it into the modern era. Currently it is a 107-bed building, with a primary and emergency care center, and numerous other services including laboratory and imaging services. They also have long-term nursing care and an occupational health center.<ref name=hospital />


In 2009, Memorial was named as one of the nation's most technologically improved centers by Health & Hospitals Network magazine.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hhnmag.com/hhnmag/jsp/articledisplay.jsp?dcrpath=HHNMAG/Article/data/07JUL2009/0907HHN_Coverstory_100List&domain=HHNMAG#2|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130807210602/http://www.hhnmag.com/hhnmag/jsp/articledisplay.jsp?dcrpath=HHNMAG/Article/data/07JUL2009/0907HHN_Coverstory_100List&domain=HHNMAG%232|archive-date=August 7, 2013|url-status=dead|title=Most improved|work=HHN Magazine|access-date=August 29, 2009}}</ref> The ] Heart Center opened there in 2009. In 2014, Memorial opened the City Gate Medical Center located at 120 Coleman's Crossing Blvd. which houses sports medicine, physical therapy, orthopedics and sports medicine, urgent care and an imaging location.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.memorialohio.com/citygate |title=City Gate |access-date=2015-06-10 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150610221754/http://www.memorialohio.com/citygate |archive-date=2015-06-10 }}</ref> Marysville is home to several Chiropractic offices. Moving to the area in 2011 was Central Ohio Clinic of Chiropractic and Dr. Brett J. Blitzstein, Chiropractor and founder and developer of JMR, Joint and Muscle Restoration technique.
== Parks, Fitness, and Leisure ==
The Marysville area is host to a wide variety of parks, fitness, and leisure activities.<ref name="marysvilleohio.org" />


==Notable people==
=== Parks and Leisure ===
* ], military general, engineer, contributor to the modern ] and ]
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* ], football player
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* ], industrialist, inventor, industrial broom pioneer
There are numerous parks, totaling over {{convert|300|acre|km2}}. They include such features as walking and bike nature trails along Mill Creek, with trails at Aldersgate, Eljers, McCarthy, Mill Creek, Mill Valley South and Central, and Shwartzkopf parks. There is an amphitheater at the American Legion park, soccer and baseball fields at Eljer, Lewis, Mill Creek, and Mill Valley South and Central parks, lighted tennis courts at Eljer and Lewis parks, basketball courts at the American Legion and Aldersgate park with lighted courts at Eljer and Lewis parks, and a football field at Lewis park. There is fishing at Aldersgate, McCarthy, Mill Creek, Mill Valley Central, and Shwartzkopf parks. There is a nature preserve at MacIvor Woods. There is a Frisbee golf course, and a skateboard park at Eljer Park.<ref>Summer Newsletter</ref> There is discussion in city council of constructing a dog park.<ref>Marysville Officials</ref>
* ], former President-General of the ]
* ], science fiction and fantasy author
* ], baseball player
* ], United States Congressman
* ], jurist and politician
* ], former ] gymnast, 1988 Olympic gold medalist
* ], local pioneer and bridge builder
* ], United States Senator
* ], United States Congressman
* ], founder of the O.M. Scott and Sons Company, later becoming the ]
* ], football player
* ], United States Congressman


==Sister city==
The is located in the Marysville area, as well as , which hosts equine competitions. There are several local golf clubs, including , , Blues Creek, , , Flagstone, and . The ], , and the are a short drive.
*{{flagicon|JPN}} ], Japan (since 2013)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2013/12/09/marysville-seeks-to-deepen-links-to-japan.html|title=Marysville seeks to deepen links to Japan}}</ref>

Marysville has a small, classic style cinema Uptown, and the Houston House Art Gallery and the Brodrick House Bed and Breakfast, near Uptown. The Scotts Miracle-Gro museum is located just south of the square in Uptown.

The Marysville Public Library is located on Plum street near Uptown. It has good collection of magazines, books, and DVDs, and allows access to free internet service.

=== Fitness ===
]
The city of Marysville operates a swimming pool at the American Legion Park. It has olympic size swimming lanes, three various height diving platforms, bathhouses, concessions, and ample parking.
, located in Marysville, which recently underwent a multi-million dollar renovation, provides a fully serviced fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, and basketball courts, and numerous athletic leagues and activities. There are also many private fitness centers in the city and surrounding areas.<ref>YMCA</ref>

== Festivals ==
Marysville is also host to several local festivals and downtown events throughout the year,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.epodunk.com/cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=17099|title=Marysville, OH Profile on Epodunk.com}}</ref> such as:
* April 24th, 2010
* The Union County Fair (late July-early August)
* The Honda Homecoming (late July)
* The (third week Aug) August 20 and 21, 2010
* Festifair (usually in early September)
* Covered Bridge Festival (September)

== Sister City ==
* {{flagicon|Spain}} ], ], since 2001.{{cite}}

== Notable Residents ==
* ]-Scotts Miracle-Gro CEO, co-Chairman of National Fund for the U.S. Botanic Garden, and Chairman of ]<ref>, Wall Street Journal. August 19, 2009. Retrieved 25 apr 2010.</ref>
* ]- 2nd Lady of the United States, former President-General of the ]
* ]- Socialite, mother of First Lady ], grandmother of U.S. President ] and Governor ]<ref>, Herbert Parmet. Transaction Publishers, 2000. p. 44. ISBN 0765807300, 9780765807304. Retrieved 25 apr 2010.</ref>
* ]-reality television actress
* ]-Russian gymnast, 1988 Olympic gold medalist<ref>, Columbus Dispatch. March 16, 2010. Retrieved 25 apr 2010.</ref>
* ]- world champion professional American football athlete
* ]- United States Senator
* ]- founder of the O.M. Scott and Sons Company, later becoming the ]
* ]- military general, engineer, businessman, and contributor to the modern ] and ]
* ]- Ohio Supreme Court Justice
* ]- United States Congressman
* ]- United States Congressman
* ]- United States Congressman
* ]- professional American football athlete
* ]- professional American baseball athlete
* ]- industrialist, inventor, industrial broom pioneer
* ]- American jurist and politician
* ]- American science fiction and fantasy author


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This article is about the Union County city. For the Mercer County community also known as "Marysville", see Cassella, Ohio.

City in Ohio, United States
Marysville, Ohio
City
Marysville, Ohio as viewed from atop the Historic Uptown grain siloMarysville, Ohio as viewed from atop the Historic Uptown grain silo
Flag of Marysville, OhioFlagOfficial logo of Marysville, OhioLogo
Nickname(s): The Shaded City, Hondasville
Location in the state of Ohio, United StatesLocation in the state of Ohio, United States
Location of Marysville in Union CountyLocation of Marysville in Union County
Coordinates: 40°14′32″N 83°22′25″W / 40.24222°N 83.37361°W / 40.24222; -83.37361
CountryUnited States
StateOhio
CountyUnion
Government
 • TypeCouncil-City Manager
 • Mayor / President of CouncilDonald Boerger
Area
 • City16.57 sq mi (42.91 km)
 • Land16.28 sq mi (42.16 km)
 • Water0.29 sq mi (0.75 km)
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Population
 • City25,571
 • Density1,570.99/sq mi (606.55/km)
 • Urban22,094
Time zoneUTC-5 (EST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP codes43040-43041
Area code(s)937, 326
FIPS code39-48160
GNIS feature ID2395035
Websitehttps://www.marysvilleohio.org/

Marysville is a city in and the county seat of Union County, Ohio, United States, approximately 27 miles (43 km) northwest of Columbus. The population was 25,571 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Columbus metropolitan area.

Marysville's longtime slogan is "Where the Grass is Greener". In December 2008, the city was designated as a "Preserve America Community" by First Lady Laura Bush.

History

Origins

Marysville was originally part of Northwest Territory, and then became part of the Virginia Military District within that territory, and eventually became part of the state of Ohio. One of the original surveyors of the area was James Galloway, Jr., who first visited in 1805. Marysville was founded in 1819 by Samuel W. Cuthbertson, who named the town after his daughter Mary, along the small waterway of Mill Creek.

County seat designation

Union County Courthouse

After the organization of the county by the Ohio Legislature, Marysville was designated as the seat of Union County. The first recorded meeting of the commissioners was in 1820. Between 1835 and 1840, a courthouse was constructed. Eventually, a new dedicated courthouse would be built in Marysville on January 27, 1883, which is also presently in use.

In 1849, a county infirmary was authorized. The first county jail was a log structure that sat on the south side of East Center street, in the rear of the courthouse. Eventually a new jail was authorized by the commissioners and built in the 1870s. In 1878 the county purchased a 10-ton safe for the treasury, that eventually was moved into courthouse.

The first county fair was held in 1847 in Marysville, in the public square. In 1852, the Agriculture Society moved the fair to the current location, on the north side of town.

Early development

Marysville was originally laid out in 1820. The first permanent settlement was made by Abraham Amrine, of Swiss descent, in 1817, two miles north of the city. Today the main road leading to the high school is named Amrine-Mill Rd.

First United Methodist Church

In 1824, the first post office was established. At this time, there were only four families in the village. In 1828, Marysville's first school was established in the east side of town using a log cabin as its building structure. By 1839, there were already three schools operating in the town. In 1843, the first high school was opened by Caroline Humphrey, and by 1850 there was a Board of Education making annual reports to the voters.

In 1837, the Ohio Gazetteer published that Marysville was a small post town consisting of a court house, a jail, forty-five dwelling houses, one tavern, three stores, one practicing physician, two attorneys and about 250 inhabitants. By 1846, Marysville had 360 inhabitants, three small dry goods stores, two churches (Presbyterian and Methodist), a private school, and a newspaper office.

Early Marysville businesses during this period included McClouds Drug Store on the south side of the square, the Cheap Cash Store, the American Hotel, the W.W. Woods store, and Hare and Hughes, a hat business located on the southwest corner of the square. Several locals ran personal unnamed businesses. The village was incorporated in 1840, with Otway Curry elected as the first mayor.

Ladders were first purchased for a fire department in 1845, and by 1865 the village had purchased the first fire engine. The commissioners petitioned for a fire house, but it would not be built until 1906, being a two level brick building.

Landmark building

A census in 1859 showed that the village had 981 residents. By 1865, Marysville had six dry goods stores, one hardware store, nine or ten groceries, a mill, a woolen factory, and most of the trades and professions. It was growing steadily by this point.

In 1877, the town council decided to build a city hall on the southeast corner of Main and South. It would be completed in 1878, and house the council rooms, public library, fire department rooms, and city prison. An opera house would be constructed as well. In 1877, a fine building was erected on the eastside of town for education. It had ten rooms for educational purposes, other rooms for various purposes, and an exhibition hall on the upper floor. The Agassiz Scientific, Archaeological and Historical Society of Marysville was organized in 1879, and placed in the East school building, their museum was also placed in the same building.

By 1888, Marysville had earned itself the title of "the Shaded City" because of its tree-lined streets, and by 1890, its population increased to 2,832 residents.

Early manufacturing and banking

Marysville's industrial roots can be traced back to many early companies. Among those were the Marysville Pearlash Factory, an ashery founded in 1848, which by 1874 was the largest in the United States. The first steam-grist mill was erected in 1856 by Saxton and Casil. In 1867, Miller & Snodgrass constructed a flour mill. In 1874, Marysville Butter Tub and Spoke Company was incorporated with $50,000.

A wool company, Woodbury & Welsh, constructed a factory out of brick in the northeast part of town in 1864, and a brewery was built in 1866 on the east side. In 1868, O.M. Scotts and Company was organized. In 1871, the Marysville Cheese Manufacturing Company was built on the east side. Many carriage manufacturing companies operated in Marysville, including Bauer, Schepper & Devine in 1882, City Carriage Works in 1871, and L. E. Helium in 1874.

In 1875, Rice, Fleck & Co. opened a lumberyard. The Marysville Gas Light Company was incorporated in 1878 following almost a decade of the city using kerosene for lighting. The Bank of Marysville was opened in 1854, the Farmer's Bank of Union County in 1868, located on the southeast corner of the square, and the People's Bank in 1874.

Presbyterian Church

Early culture

In 1827, the Methodist Episcopal Church was organized. In 1856, the church dedicated a new building on East Center street. The first Fourth of July celebrations were held in 1828.

In 1840, Otway Curry, a poet of national fame and resident of Marysville, wrote the "Log Cabin Song". It would inspire the Log Cabin Campaign of William Henry Harrison, who would go on to win the Presidential election that year.

The Presbyterian Church was organized in the house of Stephen McClain on September 9, 1829. In 1866, a movement was started to construct a new church building; a new building was finally dedicated in 1870, located at the corner of Center and West Streets. The Congregational Church organized in 1864, with a building constructed on the northeast corner of West and South Street.

The Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, a Roman Catholic Church, was constructed in 1866 at Water Street near the railroad station. The German Lutheran Church organized in 1875, also operating their own school.

Modern development

Over the next century, Marysville's population would double from its 1890 census. A new high school was built in the West neighborhood behind the courthouse, which would then become a middle school later when a new high school would be built on the north side. The most recent high school went up in the 1990s. At that time, the old high school became the new middle school, and the old middle school became county offices.

In 1948, Nestlé opened a research and development center in the West neighborhood. A new city hall would be constructed on the southeast side of Uptown, which housed the police department. Memorial Hospital of Union County located in the Medical district in 1952. Many other developments took place during this time, including the construction of the Union County Airport on the east side in 1967, as well as numerous manufacturing companies and small housing developments being constructed throughout the city. Timberview, an upscale residential section on the south side, would be constructed, and included a golf course. Greenwood Colony would also be built on the south side.

In 1977, Honda announced plans to construct a motorcycle assembly plant near Marysville and eventually opened manufacturing plants northwest of the town in 1982. This caused the expansion of U.S. Route 33.

President George H. W. Bush visited in 1992 as part of his "whistle stop train tour" re-election campaign.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.56 square miles (42.89 km), of which 16.27 square miles (42.14 km) is land and 0.29 square miles (0.75 km) is water.

Climate

Climate data for Marysville, Ohio (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1917–present)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °F (°C) 72
(22) 		75
(24) 		85
(29) 		89
(32) 		95
(35) 		101
(38) 		109
(43) 		105
(41) 		102
(39) 		92
(33) 		80
(27) 		74
(23) 		109
(43)
Mean maximum °F (°C) 57.7
(14.3) 		61.6
(16.4) 		71.6
(22.0) 		81.1
(27.3) 		88.4
(31.3) 		93.0
(33.9) 		93.2
(34.0) 		92.2
(33.4) 		90.3
(32.4) 		82.7
(28.2) 		68.9
(20.5) 		60.5
(15.8) 		94.5
(34.7)
Mean daily maximum °F (°C) 35.0
(1.7) 		38.9
(3.8) 		49.6
(9.8) 		63.0
(17.2) 		73.6
(23.1) 		81.7
(27.6) 		84.9
(29.4) 		83.5
(28.6) 		77.5
(25.3) 		65.0
(18.3) 		50.9
(10.5) 		39.6
(4.2) 		61.9
(16.6)
Daily mean °F (°C) 27.8
(−2.3) 		30.9
(−0.6) 		40.2
(4.6) 		52.0
(11.1) 		62.7
(17.1) 		71.2
(21.8) 		74.7
(23.7) 		73.0
(22.8) 		66.1
(18.9) 		54.4
(12.4) 		42.3
(5.7) 		32.9
(0.5) 		52.3
(11.3)
Mean daily minimum °F (°C) 20.6
(−6.3) 		22.9
(−5.1) 		30.8
(−0.7) 		41.0
(5.0) 		51.8
(11.0) 		60.8
(16.0) 		64.4
(18.0) 		62.4
(16.9) 		54.7
(12.6) 		43.8
(6.6) 		33.7
(0.9) 		26.1
(−3.3) 		42.7
(5.9)
Mean minimum °F (°C) 0.4
(−17.6) 		4.4
(−15.3) 		13.3
(−10.4) 		26.2
(−3.2) 		38.3
(3.5) 		47.3
(8.5) 		53.1
(11.7) 		50.9
(10.5) 		41.0
(5.0) 		30.7
(−0.7) 		20.1
(−6.6) 		10.0
(−12.2) 		−3.0
(−19.4)
Record low °F (°C) −23
(−31) 		−19
(−28) 		−11
(−24) 		8
(−13) 		22
(−6) 		36
(2) 		42
(6) 		36
(2) 		27
(−3) 		12
(−11) 		−6
(−21) 		−20
(−29) 		−23
(−31)
Average precipitation inches (mm) 2.68
(68) 		2.29
(58) 		3.02
(77) 		3.86
(98) 		4.52
(115) 		4.85
(123) 		4.15
(105) 		3.41
(87) 		3.20
(81) 		2.72
(69) 		2.90
(74) 		2.88
(73) 		40.48
(1,028)
Average snowfall inches (cm) 7.0
(18) 		6.6
(17) 		4.1
(10) 		0.1
(0.25) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.7
(1.8) 		5.5
(14) 		24.0
(61)
Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) 11.1 10.0 10.8 12.1 13.6 11.7 10.3 8.7 8.8 8.9 9.5 10.9 126.4
Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) 6.1 4.3 2.2 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.8 3.6 17.5
Source: NOAA

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1840360—
185060568.1%
186084940.3%
18701,44169.7%
18802,06143.0%
18902,81036.3%
19003,0488.5%
19103,57617.3%
19203,035−15.1%
19303,63919.9%
19404,03710.9%
19504,2565.4%
19604,95216.4%
19705,74416.0%
19807,40328.9%
19909,65630.4%
200015,94265.1%
201022,09438.6%
202025,57115.7%
Sources:

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $55,671. Males had a median income of $40,973 versus $27,427 for females. The per capita income for the city was $22,812. About 4.0% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.3% of those under age 18 and 9.4% of those age 65 or over.

The median price for a home in Marysville was $168,100 according to Census 2010.

2010 census

As of the census of 2010, there were 22,094 people, 7,314 households, and 5,050 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,358.0 inhabitants per square mile (524.3/km). There were 7,969 housing units at an average density of 489.8 per square mile (189.1/km). The racial makeup of the city was 90.4% White, 4.5% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 7,314 households, of which 41.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.1% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.0% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.16.

The median age in the city was 33.1 years. 26.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 36.1% were from 25 to 44; 20.7% were from 45 to 64; and 8.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 42.8% male and 57.2% female.

Economy

Scotts Miracle-Gro global headquarters

Marysville is the headquarters for Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, the largest producer in the world of horticulture products. The company was founded in 1868 by Orlando Scott in Marysville, and has grown to have an $8 billion market.

Honda Development and Manufacturing of America's Marysville plant is located near Marysville. The first production facilities opened by Honda in the United States were the Marysville Motorcycle Plant (1979-2009) and the Marysville Auto Plant (1982), located about six miles (10 km) northwest of the city. The Marysville Auto Plant has been the leading producer of the Honda Accord since 1982.

Marysville is also home to the corporate headquarters of Univenture, which manufactures and markets media packaging and a Parker Hannifin (formerly Denison Hydraulics) manufacturing facility. There is a regional Goodyear manufacturing facility, under the name of Veyance Technologies also located within city limits.

Nestlé Product Technology Center

Marysville is home to several research and development operations. Nestlé, located on the west side of the city, has a Product Technology Center dedicated to ready-to-drink mixes. Scotts Miracle Gro also has their R&D operations located on their corporate campus east of the city. The Transportation Research Center is located a few miles from Marysville in East Liberty near the Honda manufacturing campus. A unit of Univenture, Algae Venture Systems, recently made a breakthrough by developing a process to produce algae as a cost-effective biofuel.

Arts and culture

Scotts Miracle-Gro museum, Uptown

Marysville is also host to events throughout the year such as:

  • The Union County Fair (late July-early August)
  • Festifair (Saturday after Labor Day)

There are several horse farms and equine centers located in the Marysville area, as are several local golf clubs. The Piatt Castles, Covered Bridges of Union County, and the Big Darby Plains Scenic Byway are a short drive away.

The Scotts Miracle-Gro museum is located just south of the square in Uptown.

The Marysville Public Library is located on Plum Street near Uptown.

Parks and recreation

Marysville Public Library

There are numerous parks, totaling over 300 acres (1.2 km). They include such features as walking and bike nature trails along Mill Creek, with trails at Aldersgate, Eljers, McCarthy, Mill Creek, Mill Valley South and Central, and Shwartzkopf parks. There is an amphitheater at the American Legion park, soccer and baseball fields at Eljer, Lewis, Mill Creek, and Mill Valley South and Central parks, lighted tennis courts at Eljer and Lewis parks, basketball courts at the American Legion and Aldersgate park with lighted courts at Eljer and Lewis parks, and a football field at Lewis park. There is fishing at Aldersgate, McCarthy, Mill Creek, Mill Valley Central, and Shwartzkopf parks. There is a nature preserve at MacIvor Woods. There is a Frisbee golf course, and a skateboard park at Eljer Park.

Education

Marysville High School

Almost all of Marysville is part of the Marysville Exempted Village Schools District. A few parcels of land extend into Fairbanks Local School District. Marysville High School is the comprehensive high school of the former district.

Besides the Marysville Exempted Village School district, there are other opportunities for education as well. The local church-affiliated St. John's Lutheran School and Trinity Lutheran School both have curricula for students up through the middle school level, and the LEADS Head Start program is a preschool and childhood development program which, in their own words, "serves income eligible families with children ages three and four, including children with special needs."

The Columbus Japanese Language School, a weekend school for Japanese people, holds its classes at Creekview Intermediate School and did so since September 2021. The school office is in Worthington.

Media

The Marysville Journal-Tribune is the oldest newspaper establishment in the city, dating back to 1849. The Gaumer-Behrens family has owned the newspaper since 1904. Their electronic version has been awarded the "Best Website In The State Award" by the Associated Press.

Infrastructure

Transportation

The Union County Airport is located in Marysville. It sports a 4,220-foot (1,290 m) runway for passenger and freight air service, and can accommodate private and/or executive aircraft.

U.S. Route 33 is a four-lane controlled-access highway that runs through Marysville, connecting the city with major highways including Interstate 75 to the northwest, and the I-270 outerbelt to the southeast, which links with Interstates 70 and 71 in Columbus. Rt. 33 is considered one of the major transportation arteries in Ohio.

Marysville freight rail traffic is served by CSX. There is no passenger rail service.

Utilities

The City opened new sewer facilities and a water reservoir in 2009. Union county is currently the third fastest growing county in the state of Ohio.

In 2009, Marysville became the first city in Central Ohio to employ the use of inflatable dam technology, which was built on Mill Creek. The dam is part of the new water reservoir system.

The city of Marysville is serviced by Dayton Power and Light, with the surrounding area also served, depending on location, by Union Rural Electric and AEP Ohio.

State prison

Marysville is home to Ohio Reformatory for Women.

Healthcare

Memorial Hospital

Marysville is home to numerous physicians' offices, and Memorial Health. The hospital recently underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation, bringing it into the modern era. Currently it is a 107-bed building, with a primary and emergency care center, and numerous other services including laboratory and imaging services. They also have long-term nursing care and an occupational health center.

In 2009, Memorial was named as one of the nation's most technologically improved centers by Health & Hospitals Network magazine. The Ohio State University Heart Center opened there in 2009. In 2014, Memorial opened the City Gate Medical Center located at 120 Coleman's Crossing Blvd. which houses sports medicine, physical therapy, orthopedics and sports medicine, urgent care and an imaging location. Marysville is home to several Chiropractic offices. Moving to the area in 2011 was Central Ohio Clinic of Chiropractic and Dr. Brett J. Blitzstein, Chiropractor and founder and developer of JMR, Joint and Muscle Restoration technique.

Notable people

Sister city

  • Japan Yorii, Japan (since 2013)

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