Scioto County, county in Ohio, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 74,347 inhabitants. The county was created 221 years ago in 1803. Its county seat is Portsmouth.
There are 0 city/town in Scioto County, OH.
Located along Ohio's southern border along the Ohio River, Scioto County contains several historic river towns and Appalachian foothill communities.
Portsmouth
Portsmouth serves as the county seat and largest city with around 20,000 residents. This riverfront city features attractions like the Floodwall Murals, Spartan Municipal Stadium, and the 1810 House Museum.
New Boston
New Boston lies northwest of Portsmouth along the Ohio River. This village of around 2,500 residents features historic architecture and river recreation opportunities.
Wheelersburg
Wheelersburg is located northeast of Portsmouth along the Ohio River with around 3,000 residents. Local attractions include the Child Focus Tree House Museum and the Wheelersburg Basketball Hall of Fame.
Lucasville
Lucasville is an unincorporated community northwest of Portsmouth intersected by US-23. It has around 2,500 residents and features natural landscapes.
Rarden
Rarden is a village located south of Lucasville with around 200 residents. It has several churches and cemeteries that showcase the area's rural Appalachian heritage.
With its river towns, Appalachian foothills, and regional history, Scioto County encapsulates Ohio’s frontier spirit and natural splendor.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Scioto County.
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