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Cambridge, OH

Cambridge is a city in and the county seat of Guernsey County, Ohio, United States. It lies in southeastern Ohio, in the Appalachian Plateau of the Appalachian Mountains about 75 miles (121 km) east of Columbus and approximately 124 miles (200 km) south of Cleveland. The population was 10,089 at the 2020 census. It is the principal city of the Cambridge micropolitan area and is located adjacent to the intersection of Interstates 70 and 77.

Cambridge is well known among glass collectors as being the location for the Cambridge Glass, Boyd Glass, and Mosser Glass plants. The Cambridge area is also noted for its S-shaped bridges, dating back to the building of the National Road in 1828.

Cambridge is located along Wills Creek; its tributary Leatherwood Creek flows into Wills Creek in the southern part of the city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.35 square miles (16.45 km²), all land.

In 1796, Col. Ebenezer Zane received funds to blaze a road suitable for travel by horse through the Ohio wilderness from a point on the Ohio River opposite Wheeling, Virginia (now Wheeling, West Virginia) to another point opposite Maysville, Kentucky. Where this road, known as Zane's Trace, crossed Wills Creek, a ferry was established in 1798. This was followed by the first bridge authorized by the legislature of the Northwest Territory, built-in 1803. The land on which part of Cambridge stands was granted to Zaccheus Biggs and Zaccheus Beatty by the government in 1801. A settlement grew up at the creek crossing. The town of Cambridge was platted there in 1806. Both Cambridge, Maryland, and Cambridge, Massachusetts have been speculated by historians as having inspired the naming of the town. Also in 1806, another group of early settlers from the Isle of Guernsey in the English Channel pitched camp in Cambridge, reportedly because the women in the party refused to move on. The county for which Cambridge serves as the county seat was later named in honor of its many settlers from Guernsey. In 1828, the federally built National Road came through Cambridge. The first railroad arrived in 1854. The Cambridge area experienced massive flooding in late June 1998. In 1973, Buds Pub was built.

Cambridge is the site of a major junction between Interstate 70 and Interstate 77; both routes have exits connecting to Cambridge's city center. The city is additionally bisected by U.S. Route 22/U.S. Route 40 acting as the de facto "main street", and is not too far away from Cambridge Municipal Airport, primarily used for general aviation. The closest commercial airport is Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport, but the airport only serves Contour Airlines and flies regionally; the closest commercial airport with cross-country service is John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

Health and wellness are paramount in Cambridge, with Southeastern Medical Center leading the charge in providing quality healthcare services to the community. The hospital offers a range of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, and orthopedics, ensuring residents have access to comprehensive medical care. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Cambridge Parks and Recreation Department 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 Crossfit Onerous, Hometown Health & Fitness, and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Cambridge, such as the Morgan's Knob Loop and Shadbush Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Cambridge, OH are Dickens Victorian Village, National Museum of Cambridge Glass, and Great Guernsey Trail.

Population: 9,969 (2023). ZIP code: 43725. Area code: 740. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Area: 6.37 sq mi (16.50 km²).

FAQs

Is Cambridge, OH a nice place to live?

Cambridge is in Guernsey County. Living in Cambridge offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. Many families and retirees live in Cambridge and residents tend to be conservative.

What is Cambridge, OH named after?

In 1796 Col. Ebenezer Zane received funds to cut a road from Ohio to Kentucky. He responded by naming the first settlements in honor of Cambridge, Maryland. The land on which part of Cambridge stands was granted by Zaccheus Biggs and Zaccheus Beatty by the government in 1801.

What are the demographics of Cambridge, OH?

Cambridge, OH is home to a population of 10.1k people, of which 99.5% are citizens. As of 2022, 0.456% of Cambridge, OH residents were born outside of the country (46 people). In 2022, there were 15.5 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (8.96k people) in Cambridge, OH than any other race or ethnicity. There were 579 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 325 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Cambridge

Southeastern Medical Center 

Cambridge Parks and Recreation Department 

Crossfit Onerous

Hometown Health & Fitness 

Anytime Fitness

Morgan's Knob Loop 

Shadbush Trail

Dickens Victorian Village

National Museum of Cambridge Glass

Great Guernsey Trail

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