Nelson, Ohio
Nelson: township in Portage County, Ohio, United States of America.
About
Nelson is a township located in the county of Portage in the U.S. state of Ohio. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,148 and a population density of 127 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,140 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Nelson
| Population | 3,140 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Ohio (United States) |
| County | Portage County |
| Area | 24.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.3101,-81.0515 |
| Altitude | 1,050 feet / 320 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 08:09:31 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 127 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.25% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Nelson is located at 41°18'36"N 81°3'5"W (41.3100600, -81.0514800).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Nelson decreased by 0.25% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,148 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,145 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,117 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,129 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,145 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,148 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,142 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,150 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,162 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,160 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,140 | -0.63% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Nelson, OH. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 203128 | Hiram College | Hiram (OH) | 44234-0067 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Nelson, OH. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALC | Alliance | 820 East Main Street | RAIL |
| CLE | Cleveland Lakefront station | 200 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway | RAIL |
| ELY | Elyria | 410 East River Road | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Nelson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Garrettsvill Post Office | Garrettsville (OH) | 44231 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Nelson, Michigan township in Saginaw County, Michigan. with a population of 5,142 people.
- Nelson, Georgia city in Pickens and Cherokee counties, Georgia, United States of America. with a population of 1,395 people.
Other cities in Portage County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Portage County , OH. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Deerfield | 42,084 | Township in Portage County, Ohio |
| Kent | 29,319 | City in Portage County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Streetsboro | 16,699 | City in Portage County, Ohio, United States |
| Aurora | 16,472 | Affluent suburb in Portage County, Ohio, United States |
| Brimfield | 10,332 | Census-designated place in Portage County, Ohio |
| Ravenna | 9,246 | City in Portage County, Ohio, United States |
| Rootstown | 8,198 | High school in Rootstown Township, Portage County, Ohio |
| Suffield | 6,276 | Township in Portage County, Ohio |
| Shalersville | 5,649 | Township in Portage County, Ohio |
| Randolph | 5,298 | Township in Portage County, Ohio |
| Freedom | 2,828 | Township in Portage County, Ohio |
| Atwater | 2,708 | Township in Portage County, Ohio |
| Edinburg | 2,582 | Township in Portage County, Ohio |
| Hiram | 2,401 | Town in Ohio, United States |
| Garrettsville | 2,318 | Town |
| Windham | 1,862 | City in Portage County, Ohio, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Nelson distances to largest Ohio cities