44-474: Pataskala ( / p ə ˈ t æ s k ə l ə / pə- TAS -kə-lə ) is a city in Licking County , Ohio , United States, approximately 19 miles (31 km) east of Columbus . The population was 17,886 at the 2020 census . Pataskala was a small community until 1996, when what was then the village of Pataskala merged with Lima Township, vastly increasing its population and geographic area. Pataskala
88-790: A cause for the Hepatitis-C cases in the County. Despite these facts, in 2019, the Licking County Health Department unanimously voted against implementing a syringe exchange program in the county, and in 2024 it indicated that it was not willing to revisit its decision. Various organizations have taken issue with the Health Department's, decision, such as Licking County's branch of OhioCAN. Various programs have emerged in Licking County to address
132-465: A college education without a degree, and 8.5% held a college undergraduate degree. Syringe services programs (SSPs) offer drug users clean injection equipment and often other services, like referrals to treatment facilities, access to naloxone, and screenings for disease. Evidene indicates that SSPs help prevent the spread of disease, increase the likelihood that drug users will enter treatment, and decrease overdose deaths. Unsanitary syringe use has been
176-420: A role in nearly three quarters of overdose deaths in 2020 and 2021. In 2020, the Licking County Health Department introduced a new overdose mapping system that began tracking fatal and nonfatal overdose cases in the region. The system was designed, in part, to identify surges in overdoses that could then allow for more efficient and effective distribution of naloxone , a drug that reverses opioid overdose. It
220-429: A standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure a country's standard of living . When used to compare income levels of different countries, it is usually expressed using a commonly used international currency, such as the euro or United States dollar . It
264-623: A state title has been won by a Licking County high school team every year since to 2002, when three Licking County teams won state titles. Newark Catholic High School and Heath High School have combined for nine state titles in a six-year span. Licking County schools won at least one state title in four straight sport seasons: Heath in both baseball and boys track and field (2007), Newark Catholic in football (2007), Newark in boys basketball (2008) and Lakewood in softball (2008). In line with national and regional trends , opioid misuse led to increased rates of overdose and fatalities in Licking County over
308-653: A whole, has provided jobs for more than 30% of the employed population in Licking County. From housing and dining services to entertainment services, a variety of services have been available in Licking County. Among these, Education Services and Accommodations & Food Services are considered the major forms of services. Educational institutions in Licking County include Denison University , Newark City Schools , and Columbus State Community College . Meanwhile, Elliot's Wood Fired Kitchen & Tap , Shipp Brothers Brewing Restaurant & Taproom , and Three Tigers Brewing Co. are popular dining-service establishments in
352-601: Is named after the Licking River , which is thought to be named for the salt licks that were in the area. However, one account explains it as an English pronunciation of the river's indigenous Delaware name W'li/'ik'/nk , which means "where the flood waters recede". Licking County is part of the Columbus, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area . According to the United States Census Bureau ,
396-405: Is possible that the recent increases in overdoses throughout Licking County may be the result of more overdoses being reported across the county as a result of overdose mapping. In 2021, of the 47 opioid related death, the primary group affected was white males between the ages 25-44. Annual data from the Licking County overdose fatality review illustrates 72% of overdoses in 2021 were male, while
440-413: Is projected to grow an additional 7,455 over the next 5 years. Licking County's manufacturing economy continued to grow with a 12% increase in manufacturing jobs between 2017 and 2022. In January 2022 Intel announced their intention to build a $ 20 billion semiconductor plant in Licking County that would employ up to 3,000 workers. The facility will be built on a 3,190 acre site that has been annexed from
484-530: Is regarded as a traditional cornerstone of Licking County. It secures the earnings and living of the residents by offering a variety of crops and livestock, such as corn, wheat, cattle, and goats. Charles Metz and Brothers Meat Market, a local agricultural company located in Newark, is a well known meat provider for regional butchers and markets. Weiant Greenhouses was another local company that grew lettuce. It covered five acres of glass structures, becoming one of
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#1732782498198528-534: The American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using
572-753: The Jersey Township to New Albany . In March 2023, Invenergy invested $ 600 million in Illuminate USA, with the goal of manufacturing high-quality domestic solar panels and creating 850 new, high-paying jobs. Top 10 employers in Licking County (2018): Licking County high school athletic programs include Granville High School, Heath High School , Johnstown-Monroe High School , Lakewood High School , Licking Valley High School , Licking Heights High School , Newark Catholic High School , Newark High School , Northridge High School , Utica High School , and Watkins Memorial High School . In baseball,
616-409: The 63,989 households, 34.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 29.4% were non-families, and 23.8% of households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.00. The median age was 39.1 years. The median household income was $ 53,291 and
660-925: The South Fork of the Licking River. The parks are spread across the city and feature athletic fields at many of the parks. The Thomas J. Evans Foundation Park is the largest park in the city at 78 acres (0.32 km ), 22 of which are wooded. A 1.4 mile (2.2 km) trail runs throughout the park. Municipal Park is a 15-acre (61,000 m) park boasting the city's pool (leased to the Pataskala Recreation Association), athletic fields, and wooded areas. Pataskala has 2 golf courses within its boundaries: Broadview Golf Course and Willow Run Golf Course Inc. There are an additional 47 golf courses within 20 miles (32 km) of Pataskala, including Cumberland Trail Golf Club, which borders Pataskala to
704-427: The age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.1% were non-families. 20.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.07. The median age in
748-420: The age of 18 living with them, 59.9% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.7% were non-families. 20.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.00. In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.8% under
792-459: The age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 32.8% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 9.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.7 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 51,684, and the median income for a family was $ 58,021. Males had a median income of $ 39,322 versus $ 30,628 for females. The per capita income for
836-507: The area are Liberty Christian Academy. Central Ohio Technical College has a branch located within the city. The Pataskala Public Library serves the area. The current building was dedicated in 1969 at a cost of $ 119,314.54. The library has over 12,000 cardholders. The library has over 70,000 items, with annual circulation topping 250,000. Pataskala features 127 acres (0.51 km) of parkland spread across 7 parks with wooded natural areas and river frontage. Multiple parks are located alongside
880-584: The area in 1821. Conine had sold most of his land by 1850, and in 1851 he laid out plots for Conine Town. Another early settler, Jess Stoneman Green, who had purchased much of Conine's property, likewise laid out and sold lots in 1852. The name was changed to Pataskala in 1852. Pataskala is located along the South Fork of the Licking River in southwestern Licking County. Pataskala is the home of two school districts, Southwest Licking Local Schools and Licking Heights Local Schools. The Licking Heights district also serves parts of Reynoldsburg , Jefferson Township , and
924-400: The census designated place of Blacklick . According to the United States Census Bureau , Pataskala has a total area of 28.72 square miles (74.38 km), of which 28.62 square miles (74.13 km) are land and 0.10 square miles (0.26 km) are water. As of the census of 2010, there were 14,962 people, 5,588 households, and 4,132 families living in the city. The population density
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#1732782498198968-562: The city was $ 23,099. About 5.0% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line , including 4.5% of those under age 18 and 9.2% of those age 65 or over. Primary and secondary schools The Southwest Licking Local School District has one high school (Watkins Memorial High School), one middle school (Watkins middle school), and three elementary schools (Etna, Kirkersville, Pataskala). Licking Heights Local School District has one high school, one middle school, one intermediate school, and two elementary schools. Private schools in
1012-402: The city was 35.8 years. 27.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.9% were from 25 to 44; 25.2% were from 45 to 64; and 10.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 10,249 people, 3,922 households, and 2,914 families living in the city. The population density
1056-586: The county has a total area of 687 square miles (1,780 km ), of which 683 square miles (1,770 km ) is land and 5.0 square miles (13 km ) (0.7%) is water. It is the third-largest county in Ohio by land area. As of the census of 2000, there were 146,491 people, 55,609 households, and 40,149 families living in the county. The population density was 212 inhabitants per square mile (82/km ). There were 58,760 housing units at an average density of 86 units per square mile (33 units/km ). The racial makeup of
1100-564: The county was 95.64% White, 2.06% Black or African American, 0.30% Native American, 0.58% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.30% from other races, and 1.10% from two or more races. 0.76% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of the 55,609 households 34.40% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.50% were married couples living together, 10.00% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.80% were non-families. 23.10% of households were one person and 9.10% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size
1144-446: The county. https://www.littleriverpublishing.com/home 40°05′N 82°29′W / 40.09°N 82.48°W / 40.09; -82.48 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures the average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income is determined using regular population surveys, such as
1188-445: The county. Licking County continues to see substantial growth in industries across multiple fields, especially traditional companies with major distribution. Manufacturing, Retail Trade, Health Care and Social Assistance are the top three industries in Licking County's employment for recent years. From 2017 to 2022, the number of jobs increased by 22.6% in Licking County, compared to the national growth rate of 3.8%. The number of jobs
1232-445: The largest greenhouses in Ohio and providing vegetables to three nearby states during its time. Unfortunately, it came to a close after a destructive storm in 1978. While modern farmers have multiple advantages such as better agricultural equipment, pesticides and fertilizers, many have encountered challenges due to an increase in the cost of producing crops and raising livestock, and a declining payout as well. The service industry, as
1276-405: The last two decades. Opioids , which encompass a variety of drugs, are often used for pain relief. However, when opioids are taken in large doses, they can be fatal. Synthetic varieties of opioids, such as fentanyl, have been listed as one of the main contributors to the ongoing crisis. Evidence indicates that the opioid and overdose crises in Licking County have been affected by unemployment in
1320-490: The major sectors of Licking County's industry. Manufacturing is one of the largest industry sectors in Licking County. Major establishments and advancements have been made by manufacturing facilities in the county by renowned companies or corporations, namely Invenergy , Armstrong World Industries , Intel , and Atkore . These investments have provided Licking County residents with a diverse range of employment opportunties and facilitated its economic growth. However, in
1364-513: The median family income was $ 64,386. Males had a median income of $ 47,391 versus $ 37,054 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 25,534. About 8.2% of families and 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line , including 15.7% of those under age 18 and 6.5% of those age 65 or over. Prior to 1944, Licking County primarily supported Democratic Party candidates in presidential elections, only voting for Republican candidates five times from 1856 to 1940 in five national landslides for
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1408-478: The number of unintentional overdose fatalities per year ranged from four to 24. From 2011 to 2020, annual overdose deaths ranged from 13 to 47 per year. In 2022, 58 people died in Licking County due to unintetional drug overdoses. Licking County Memorial Health Systems found out that when focusing on fentanyl related deaths, the number increased by over 1000% between 2014 and 2018, from 2 to 21 deaths. The Licking County Health Department reported that fentanyl played
1452-442: The opioid and overdose crises.The Licking County Linkages Program helps individuals recovering from substance addiction by providing health care. In addition, their goals also revolve around reducing stigmas surrounding substance abuse as well as informing the general public of the dangers of drug consumption. Other services throughout Licking County include disposal of unwanted pills which can be done at several police stations within
1496-591: The party. From 1944 onward, the county has become a Republican stronghold presidentially, with the only Democratic presidential candidate to win the county since then being Lyndon B. Johnson in the midst of his 1964 national landslide. Since Licking County's establishment in 1808, businesses and industries have served as a source of employment, generating income and promoting economic growth. Notable industries include manufacturing, retail and wholesale trade, health care and social assistance, accommodation and food services. Manufacturing, agriculture, and services prove to be
1540-501: The past many other successful manufacturing companies have come to a close, such as Longaberger, Fyrepel, Meritor plant in Heath, and E.T. Rugg . This shows the competitiveness of economic activity in the county. The glass-making industry , which has been established since the late 19th century from Newark with natural gas supplies, sand quarry, and cheap labor, is also a significant manufacturing sector in Licking County. Agriculture
1584-519: The region, economic inequalities, and local, state, and federal responses to the crises. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, one director of a residential treatment center attributed isolation to the rise in overdose deaths across Licking County. Others have attributed the rise in overdose deaths to a rise in fentanyl and its analogues in the drug supply. Since 2001, unintentional drug overdose deaths in Licking County have increased. Between 2001 and 2010,
1628-407: The remaining 28% were female. The most affected age range was 35-44 years old, with 15 deaths, followed closely by those aged 25-34, with 14 deaths. Additionally, 94% of deaths in 2021 were White/Caucasian and 6% were Black/African American. Regarding the level of education of those affected, 59.6% were high school graduates or had a GED, while 17% did not graduate high school. Additionally, 12.8% had
1672-650: The south in Etna Township. Eleven buildings in Pataskala are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, selected by the U.S. Department of Interior in 1983. Licking County, Ohio Licking County is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Ohio . At the 2020 census , the population was 178,519. Its county seat is Newark . The county was formed on January 30, 1808, from portions of Fairfield County . It
1716-425: Was $ 51,969. Males had a median income of $ 37,957 versus $ 26,884 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 20,581. About 5.50% of families and 7.50% of the population were below the poverty line , including 9.10% of those under age 18 and 7.50% of those age 65 or over. As of the census of 2010, there were 166,492 people, 63,989 households, and 45,162 families living in the county. The population density
1760-399: Was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.01. The age distribution was 26.00% under the age of 18, 8.80% from 18 to 24, 29.40% from 25 to 44, 23.90% from 45 to 64, and 11.90% 65 or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females there were 94.80 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.00 males. The median household income was $ 44,124 and the median family income
1804-538: Was 243.9 inhabitants per square mile (94.2/km ). There were 69,291 housing units at an average density of 101.5 units per square mile (39.2 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 93.2% white, 3.4% black or African American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% American Indian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 1.4% of the population. In terms of ancestry, 29.5% were German , 16.0% were Irish , 13.0% were English , 10.8% were American , and 5.5% were Italian . Of
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1848-470: Was 359.5 inhabitants per square mile (138.8/km). There were 4,132 housing units at an average density of 144.9 per square mile (55.9/km). The racial makeup of the city was 94.6% White , 3.0% African American , 0.3% Native American , 0.5% Asian , <0.1% Pacific Islander , 0.6% from other races , and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population. There were 3,922 households, out of which 38.1% had children under
1892-437: Was 522.8 inhabitants per square mile (201.9/km). There were 5,960 housing units at an average density of 208.2 per square mile (80.4/km). The racial makeup of the city was 90.0% White , 6.0% African American , 0.3% Native American , 0.7% Asian , 0.6% from other races , and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population. There were 5,588 households, of which 39.9% had children under
1936-656: Was laid out in 1851 when the railroad was extended to that point. "Pataskala" is a name derived from the Delaware language . A post office has been in operation at Pataskala since 1852. Pataskala was originally called Conine Town, after an early settler of the area, Richard Conine, and his wife Sarah (Van Dorn) Conine. Born in New Jersey, the Conines purchased over 2000 acres in Lima Township, permanently settling in
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