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About Defiance County, Ohio
Defiance County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. It's county seat is Defiance. As per 2020 census, the population of Defiance County is 38144 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 411.16 sq mi (1,065 km2). Defiance County was established on -19990.
Defiance County Facts
| Continent | North America |
| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County Seat | Defiance |
| Largest City/Town | Defiance |
| Established | March 4, 1845 |
| Total Area | 414 sq mi (1,072 sq km) |
| Land Area | 412 sq mi (1,067 sq km) |
| Water Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 sq km) |
| Population | 38,393 (Census 2020) |
| Population Density | 93 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| Major Highways | US-24, US-127, State Route 15, State Route 18, State Route 49, State Route 66 |
| Neighboring Counties | Williams County, Henry County, Putnam County, Paulding County |
| Famous For | Fort Defiance, Maumee and Auglaize Rivers, agriculture and manufacturing |
| Top Attractions | Fort Defiance Park, Independence Dam State Park, Auglaize Village, Pontiac Park |
| Official Website | https://www.defiancecounty.oh.gov/ |
Cities and Towns in Defiance County, Ohio
- Defiance (county seat) – 17,066 (Census 2020)
- Hicksville – 3,431 (Census 2020)
- Sherwood – 806 (Census 2020)
- Ney – 354 (Census 2020)
Roads and Highways in Defiance County, Ohio
Defiance County has a strong road network connecting it to nearby cities in Ohio and Indiana.
- US-24 – east-west route connecting Toledo to Fort Wayne
- US-127 – north-south route linking Michigan to Cincinnati
- State Route 15 – connects Bryan to Ottawa
- State Route 18 – runs east-west through the county
- State Route 49 – connects Hicksville to Paulding County
- State Route 66 – links Defiance to Archbold and southern Ohio
Neighboring Counties of Defiance County
- Williams County (north)
- Henry County (east)
- Putnam County (south)
- Paulding County (west)
Top Attractions in Defiance County, Ohio
Visitors can explore parks, historic sites, and local attractions across the county.
- Fort Defiance Park – historic site at river confluence
- Independence Dam State Park – popular for camping and boating
- Auglaize Village – outdoor museum with historic buildings
- Pontiac Park – quiet park along the river
- Defiance College – small college with a scenic campus
- Diehl Park – family-friendly park with sports areas
- Eagle Rock Golf Club – well-known local golf course
- Maumee River Trail – great for walking and biking
Distance from Defiance County to Nearby Cities
- Defiance County to Toledo – 55 mi (89 km)
- Defiance County to Fort Wayne – 50 mi (80 km)
- Defiance County to Lima – 45 mi (72 km)
- Defiance County to Columbus – 135 mi (217 km)
- Defiance County to Detroit – 110 mi (177 km)
FAQs about Defiance County
Defiance County is in northwest Ohio near the Indiana border.
It is known for its historic fort site and river location.
The population was 38,393 in the 2020 Census.
Defiance is the largest city and county seat.
Yes, there are several parks and a state park for outdoor activities.
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