Newark
City in Licking County, Ohio
Newark is a city in Licking County, Ohio, with 49,934 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 833 ft (254 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Heath, 3.6 miles S.
- 49,934residents (2020 Census)
- 833 ftelevation · 254 m
- 21.0 sq miland area · 54.4 km²
- 2,378 / sq mipopulation density
- 43055ZIP code
About Newark
Newark ( NEW-ərk) is a city in Licking County, Ohio, United States, and its county seat. It is located 40 miles (64 km) east of Columbus at the junction of the forks of the Licking River. The population was 49,934 at the 2020 census, making it the 18th-largest city in Ohio. It is known for having the world's largest basket, which housed the former headquarters of the now defunct Longaberger Company. The city is part of the Columbus metropolitan area.
It is the site of much of the Newark Earthworks, a major ancient complex built by the Hopewell culture. The Great Circle portion and additional burial mounds are located in the neighboring city of Heath, Ohio. This complex has been designated as a National Historic Landmark and is part of the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks World Heritage Site; it is operated as a state park by the Ohio History Connection.
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Living in Newark
- Median household income
- $61,670
- Median home value
- $192,300
- Median rent
- $973/mo
- Median age
- 38.8
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Newark had 49,934 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 49,934 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,378 per sq mi (918 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Newark at a glance
| State | Ohio (OH) |
|---|---|
| County | Licking County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 49,934 (2020) |
| Land area | 21.00 sq mi (54.4 km²) |
| Water area | 0.48 sq mi (1.25 km²) |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.0715° N, 82.4242° W |
| ZIP code | 43055 |
| Official website | ci.newark.oh.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3954040 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Newark
- Heath3.6 mi S
- Granville4.3 mi W
- Marne6.4 mi E
- Granville South6.5 mi W
- St. Louisville6.9 mi N
- Jacksontown7.5 mi S
- Hanover7.8 mi E
- Hebron8.0 mi SW
- Harbor Hills9.2 mi S
- Buckeye Lake10.0 mi S
- Alexandria10.0 mi W
- Thornport10.4 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Newark
What county is Newark in?
Newark is in Licking County, Ohio.
What is the population of Newark, OH?
49,934 people lived in Newark at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Newark, OH?
The ZIP code of Newark is 43055.
What is the elevation of Newark?
833 feet (254 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Newark?
Heath (3.6 mi), Granville (4.3 mi), Marne (6.4 mi), Granville South (6.5 mi), St. Louisville (6.9 mi).
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