Cities & Towns in Shelby County, OH
Shelby County, county in Ohio, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 48,337 inhabitants. The county was created 207 years ago in 1819. Its county seat is Sidney.
There are 1 city/town in Shelby County, OH. The largest city of Shelby County is Port Jefferson with a population of 358.
Port Jefferson
Port Jefferson, Village in Ohio, United States
Shelby County is located in western Ohio between Dayton and Lima. The county seat is Sidney. Here are some details on Shelby County's cities and towns:
Sidney
- County seat and largest city with around 20,000 residents
- Home to the Shelby County Courthouse, completed in 1892
- Known for industries like copper rod manufacturing
Anna
- Village of around 1,500 residents northwest of Sidney
- Hosts the annual Anna Homecoming Festival
- Home to the historic Wilson Football Factory
Botkins
- Small village of around 1,100 residents first platted in 1893
- Known for its railroading history and legacy buildings
- Home to the Paulcrement Covered Bridge, built in 1887
Fort Loramie
- Rural village with around 600 residents, founded in 1820
- Named after a French fur trapper, Louis Loramie
- Home to historic Saint Michael's Catholic Church
Jackson Center
- Tiny village of just under 500 people
- Known as the birthplace of Neil Armstrong, first man on the moon
- Home to Jackson Center Elementary School Tigers
In summary, Shelby County consists of agricultural communities and industry around Sidney. Its small towns showcase Ohio's heritage.
All Shelby County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Shelby County.
| City Name | Population |
|---|---|
| Port Jefferson | 358 |