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Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Zanesville.

About Zanesville, OH

Zanesville, the county seat of Muskingum County, is 52 miles east of Columbus and has a population of 25,158. It is a suburban area in the greater Columbus-Marion-Zanesville Metro Area.

This city is best known for making pottery and is sometimes called "Clay City" or "The Pottery Capital of the World." It was the historical capital of Ohio before Columbus became the capital of Ohio in 1816. The famous Western-style author Zane Grey was born in Zanesville. The famous aviator Amelia Earhart, said that the Y-shaped bridge over the Muskingum and Licking rivers makes Zanesville very recognizable from the air.

What to do in Zanesville, OH

Zanesville has wonderful amenities and attractions:

• Shopping: The major shopping malls are the Colony Square Mall, Country Fair Shopping Center, and Ohio Valley Shopping Center. Collectibles are at the Relics Antique Mall and the Olde Towne Antique Mall. Another specialty gift shop, which is a fun place to visit, is the Clossman Unique Market on Main Street.
• **Destination:**Experience a delightful journey aboard the Lorena sternwheel paddleboat, which gracefully docks at Zane's Landing Park located at the west end of Market Street in downtown Zanesville. Enjoy a scenic ride down the Muskingum River on this beautifully maintained and restored vessel. The Lorena offers a variety of tours, including regular tours, lunchtime tours, and dinner cruises. Additionally, you can reserve the boat for special events like birthdays or anniversaries.
• Feature: EagleSticks Golf Club, one of the top-rated golf courses in America, covers 150 acres of rolling hills with beautifully designed features. The course, crafted by renowned architect Dr. Michael Hurdzan, boasts larger putting greens, strategically placed sand traps, and captivating water features, including ponds and waterfalls. The clubhouse also serves as an exquisite venue for hosting wedding receptions.

Working in Zanesville, OH

The Zanesville local economy depends on the industries sectors of pottery making, health care, and wood products. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, higher than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.2%. The median household income is $33,293 per year. Zanesville's predicted job growth rate for the next ten years is 28%, compared to the national average of 33.5%. For those working in Zanesville, their average commute time is 20 minutes.

The most popular industries by jobs offered are health care (14.6%), hospitality/restaurants (8.4%), wood products (7.7%), education (6.2%), building construction (4.1%), transportation (3.7%), and government administration (3.2%).

Zanesville, OH Neighborhoods

Zanesville has many nice neighborhoods to consider.

These three areas are the most desirable and have the homes with the highest value.

• North Zanesville: This area is directly north of downtown. The median real estate price is $207,665, pricier than 67.5% of other Ohio communities. The average rental cost is $1,172, less than 43% of other Ohio towns. There are single-family homes mixed in with apartment complexes in the residential areas. The majority of homes are owner-occupied. The vacancy rate is 11.7%. These homes have a higher vacancy rate than the average in Ohio, meaning places are usually available to buy or rent.
• Ohio University – Zanesville Campus Area: This is a convenient area to live for those attending the university. The median real estate price is $194,572, which is more expensive than 62.4% of the communities in the state. The majority of homes are rental properties. The vacancy rate is 7.9%. This lower rate means finding a place to rent may be challenging. The average rental rate is $633 because many of the properties are shared by multiple roommates.
• Pleasant Grove: The median real estate price is $177,125, which is more expensive than 55.3% of the other Ohio communities. The average rental rate is $1,041 per month, which is lower than 66.1% of other towns in Ohio. Most homes are owner-occupied. There are rental homes, but the vacancy rate is only 6.7%, so an available rental unit may be difficult to find.

Zanesville, OH School District

The public school district is Zanesville City Schools. The school district spends around $12,914 each year per student. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18 to one.

There are five private schools in the area. The top three are Bishop Fenwick School (PK to 8th grade), Bishop Rosecrans High School (9th to 12th grade), and Muskingum Christian Academy (K to 12th grade).

Zanesville has two colleges and universities: the Zane State College and the Ohio University – Zanesville Campus. There are 20 more colleges and universities within a 50-mile radius.

Moving to Zanesville, OH

When moving to Zanesville, these contacts may be helpful.

The city provides water, sewer, and sanitation services. Electrical power is supplied by AEP Ohio. Natural gas comes from Columbia Gas of Ohio.

Zanesville's Parks and Recreation Department maintains the public parks with soccer, football, and baseball fields. There are also bike trails, jogging/walking paths, playgrounds, and pickleball courts.

Zanesville's municipal government consists of an elected Mayor and ten elected members serving on the City Council.

Zanesville, OH Housing

The median home price in Zanesville is $87,216, which has appreciated by 49.7% over the past ten years. The cost of living in Zanesville is 6.5% lower than the statewide average and 23.9% lower than the national average in the United States.