The Plains
Census-designated place in Athens County, Ohio

The Plains is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Athens County, Ohio, with 3,140 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 715 ft (218 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Chauncey, 2.5 miles N.
- 3,140residents (2020 Census)
- 715 ftelevation · 218 m
- 2.3 sq miland area · 5.9 km²
- 1,377 / sq mipopulation density
- 45780ZIP code
About The Plains
The Plains is a census-designated place (CDP) in Athens County, Ohio, United States. The population was 3,140 at the 2020 census.
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Living in The Plains
- Median household income
- $59,688
- Median home value
- $233,500
- Median rent
- $971/mo
- Median age
- 59.4
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The Plains had 3,140 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 3,140 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,377 per sq mi (532 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
The Plains at a glance
| State | Ohio (OH) |
|---|---|
| County | Athens County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 3,140 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.28 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km²) |
| Elevation | 715 ft (218 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.3652° N, 82.1336° W |
| ZIP code | 45780 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3976568 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near The Plains
- Chauncey2.5 mi N
- Athens3.2 mi SE
- New Marshfield5.3 mi SW
- Millfield5.3 mi N
- Buchtel7.2 mi N
- Nelsonville8.1 mi NW
- Jacksonville8.2 mi N
- Trimble8.8 mi N
- Glouster9.8 mi N
- Amesville9.8 mi E
- Murray City10.1 mi N
- Albany10.1 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about The Plains
What county is The Plains in?
The Plains is in Athens County, Ohio.
What is the population of The Plains, OH?
3,140 people lived in The Plains at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of The Plains, OH?
The ZIP code of The Plains is 45780.
What is the elevation of The Plains?
715 feet (218 m) above sea level.
What towns are near The Plains?
Chauncey (2.5 mi), Athens (3.2 mi), New Marshfield (5.3 mi), Millfield (5.3 mi), Buchtel (7.2 mi).
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