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Bucyrus, OH

Bucyrus is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the county seat of Crawford County,[6] located in northern Ohio approximately 28 miles (45 km) west of Mansfield and 66 miles (106 km) southeast of Toledo. The population was 11,684 at the time of the 2020 census. The city is the largest in Crawford County, and the center of the Bucyrus Micropolitan Statistical Area (as defined by the United States Census Bureau in 2003).

Bucyrus is located at 40°48′22″N 82°58′23″W (40.806014, -82.973169), along the Sandusky River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.43 square miles (19.24 km²), of which 7.42 square miles (19.22 km²) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km²) is water.

The origin of the name Bucyrus is not certain. It was given by James Kilbourne, who laid out the town in 1821. One theory is that the name Bucyrus is derived from "beautiful" coupled with the name of Cyrus the Great, founder of the First Persian Empire. An alternate theory is that the city was named after Busiris, a city in ancient Egypt.

The Bucyrus Foundry and Manufacturing Company, a predecessor to Bucyrus International, Inc. was founded in Bucyrus in 1880. The company moved to Wisconsin in 1893. Bucyrus was once home to the Dostal Brothers Brewery. Founded in 1902, the brewery was run by John M. and George A. Dostal.

The Lincoln Highway, later US Route 30, was routed through the city along Mansfield Street in 1913. In 1971 a modern, limited-access bypass was built to the north, but the associated freeway links to the east and west of Bucyrus, replacing the old two-lane Lincoln Highway route, were not completed until 2005, nearly 35 years after they were first proposed.

Ohio Central Traction Company, an interurban line that connected the two communities of Bucyrus and Galion, developed Seccaium Park at the end of the nineteenth century. There was 

a notable landmark of an Elephant with a “B” atop the Geiger Clothing store (since demolished) on Washington Square. This was to promote Geiger's motto which was, “Buy your clothing here, for it will last like the hide of an elephant.”  On March 10, 2007, Bucyrus was featured as the town of the week on the nationally syndicated Public Radio International program, Whad'Ya Know?

Bucyrus places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several facilities and initiatives promoting community well-being. The Bucyrus Community Hospital is a vital healthcare provider, offering a range of medical services to residents. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Crawford Park District offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include YMCA and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Bucyrus, such as the Heckert Nature Preserve Trail and Unger Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Bucyrus, OH are Aumiller Park, The Golf Club of Bucyrus, and the Bucyrus Historical Society (Scroggs House).

Population: 11,538 (2022). ZIP Code: 44820. Area codes: 419/567. Elevation: 994 ft (303 m). Area: 7.40 sq mi (19.18 km²).

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What is Bucyrus, OH famous for?

Bucyrus, Ohio, known as the Bratwurst capitol of the world, is a sleepy little mid-Ohio town that has carved a niche in tourism along the historic Lincoln Highway – the first paved road from Eastern to Western United States.  The town’s merchants offer unique and charming looks at the only copper kettle manufacturer left in the country that does everything by hand and how berries and fruit are processed into jellies and apple butter. Carl’s Gas Station is where the 1950s come back to life.  And that’s just for starters.

Is Bucyrus, OH a nice place to live?

Bucyrus is in Crawford County. Living in Bucyrus offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Bucyrus and residents tend to be conservative.

What is the crime rate in Bucyrus, OH?

The crime rate in Bucyrus is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 21 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Bucyrus is 1 in 47. Based on FBI crime data, Bucyrus is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Ohio, Bucyrus has a crime rate that is higher than 87% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Bucyrus, OH

Bucyrus Community Hospital

Crawford Park District

YMCA 

Anytime Fitness

Heckert Nature Preserve Trail 

Unger Trail

Aumiller Park

The Golf Club of Bucyrus

Bucyrus Historical Society (Scroggs House)

Ohio Traveler

Niche

NeighborhoodScout

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