Saint Clairsville is a city in eastern Ohio and the county seat of Belmont County. It sits about 25 miles west of Wheeling, West Virginia, and 30 miles southwest of Steubenville. The city is known for its historic downtown, Ohio Valley setting, nearby Barkcamp State Park, and its location along the major transportation routes connecting eastern Ohio and West Virginia.
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Where is Saint Clairsville Located?
Saint Clairsville is a city located in Belmont County, Ohio, the United States. It lies in eastern Ohio within the Upper Ohio Valley, about 25 miles west of Wheeling, West Virginia, and roughly 30 miles southwest of Steubenville. Bellaire is around 10 miles east, while Barnesville is about 15 miles northwest. Saint Clairsville is positioned near 40.081° North latitude and 80.901° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 5,065 residents. The city covers about 2.94 square miles, or 7.61 square kilometers. Saint Clairsville was founded in 1796 and incorporated in 1821. It serves as the county seat of Belmont County and developed as a government, commercial, and transportation center for the surrounding Ohio Valley. The city grew as roads, railroads, coal mining, and river transportation expanded across the region. A unique feature of Saint Clairsville is its location near the Ohio River while sitting on higher ground above the valley, giving the community access to both river transportation and the rolling hills of eastern Ohio. Nearby attractions include Barkcamp State Park, the Belmont County Heritage Museum, Historic Downtown Saint Clairsville, and the Ohio River waterfront in nearby communities. The region also has a strong connection to coal mining and the industrial history of the Ohio Valley. Interstate 70 and US-40 provide major transportation connections to Columbus, Wheeling, Pittsburgh, and other communities in eastern Ohio and West Virginia.
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Saint Clairsville City Facts
| City | Saint Clairsville |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Belmont County |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Eastern Ohio and Upper Ohio Valley |
| Incorporated | 1821 |
| Founded | 1796 |
| Total Area | 2.94 sq mi (7.61 sq km) |
| Land Area | 2.92 sq mi (7.56 sq km) |
| Water Area | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 sq km) |
| Elevation | 1,300 ft (396 m) |
| Population (2023 estimate) | About 5,000 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 5,065 |
| Population Density | 1,735 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (EST/EDT) |
| ZIP Codes | 43950 |
| Area Code | 740 and 220 |
| Major Highways | I-70, US-40, and OH-9 |
| Public Transit | Belmont County Transit |
| Major Attractions | Barkcamp State Park, Belmont County Heritage Museum, Historic Downtown Saint Clairsville, and nearby Ohio River attractions |
| Official Website | https://www.stclairsville.com/ |
Distance from Saint Clairsville, OH to Nearby Cities
- Bellaire, OH – 10 miles (16 km)
- Bridgeport, OH – 5 miles (8 km)
- Barnesville, OH – 15 miles (24 km)
- Martins Ferry, OH – 10 miles (16 km)
- Wheeling, WV – 25 miles (40 km)
- Steubenville, OH – 30 miles (48 km)
- Cadiz, OH – 25 miles (40 km)
- Cambridge, OH – 35 miles (56 km)
- New Martinsville, WV – 40 miles (64 km)
- Washington, PA – 55 miles (89 km)
- Zanesville, OH – 60 miles (97 km)
- Columbus, OH – 125 miles (201 km)
- Pittsburgh, PA – 65 miles (105 km)
- Youngstown, OH – 75 miles (121 km)
- Akron, OH – 105 miles (169 km)
- Canton, OH – 90 miles (145 km)
- Morgantown, WV – 80 miles (129 km)
- Charleston, WV – 160 miles (257 km)
Top Attractions in Saint Clairsville
- Barkcamp State Park – A nearby park surrounding Belmont Lake with camping, hiking, boating, fishing, swimming, and picnic areas.
- Belmont County Heritage Museum – A local museum preserving artifacts, photographs, documents, and stories from Belmont County and the Ohio Valley.
- Historic Downtown Saint Clairsville – The city's traditional center features historic buildings, local businesses, restaurants, churches, and civic landmarks.
- Belmont County Courthouse – A prominent government landmark in the center of Saint Clairsville and the seat of Belmont County government.
- Ohio Valley Mall – A major shopping center near Saint Clairsville serving communities throughout the Upper Ohio Valley.
- National Road Bikeway – A regional recreational trail following part of the historic National Road corridor and offering opportunities for walking and cycling.
- Great Stone Viaduct – A historic railroad structure in nearby Bellaire reflecting the area's important 19th-century rail and industrial history.
- Ohio River – The river forms a major geographic and historical feature east of Saint Clairsville and supports boating, fishing, wildlife viewing, and scenic recreation.
- Jefferson County Historical Association Museum – A nearby historical museum in Steubenville preserving regional artifacts and local history.
Airports Near Saint Clairsville, OH
- Wheeling Ohio County Airport (HLG) – 25 miles
- Harry Clever Field (PHD) – 40 miles
- Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) – 55 miles
- Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport (PKB) – 75 miles
- John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) – 125 miles
Sources:
Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official Saint Clairsville city website and local government records.
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