Mansfield | |
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 Skyline of downtown Mansfield | |
 Flag  Seal | |
| Nickname(s): The Field, the Queen of Ohio | |
| Motto: "The Heart of Ohio" | |
 Interactive map of Mansfield | |
  Mansfield  Mansfield | |
| Coordinates: 40°45′12″N 82°30′16″W / 40.75333°N 82.50444°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Richland |
| Founded | June 11, 1808 |
| Incorporated | 1828 (village) |
| – | 1857 (city) |
| Named for | Jared Mansfield |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council |
| • Mayor | Jodie Perry (R) [1] |
| Area | |
| • City | 30.89 sq mi (80.01 km2) |
| • Land | 30.83 sq mi (79.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • City | 47,534 |
| • Density | 1,541.66/sq mi (595.23/km2) |
| • Urban | 75,250 (US: 372nd) |
| • Metro | 124,936 (US: 322th) |
| • CSA | 219,408 (US: 130th) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes | 44900-44999 |
| Area code | 419/567 |
| FIPS code | 39-47138[3] |
| GNIS feature ID | 1086879[2] |
| Website | www.ci.mansfield.oh.us |
Mansfield is a city in and the county seat of Richland County, Ohio, United States.[4] Located midway between Columbus and Cleveland via Interstate 71, it is part of Northeast Ohio region in the western foothills of the Allegheny Plateau. The 2020 Census showed that the city had a total population of 47,534,[5] making it the 21st-largest city in Ohio. It lies approximately 65 miles (105 km) southwest of Cleveland, 45 miles (72 km) southwest of Akron, and 65 miles (105 km) northeast of Columbus.
The city was founded in 1808 on a fork of the Mohican River in a hilly region surrounded by fertile farmlands, and became a manufacturing center owing to its location with numerous railroad lines. After the decline of heavy manufacturing, the city's economy has since diversified into a service economy, including retailing, education, and healthcare sectors.
The city anchors the Mansfield Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which had a population of 124,936 residents in 2020,[6] while the Mansfield–Bucyrus, OH Combined Statistical Area (CSA) had 219,408 residents.[7] Mansfield is the largest city in the Mid-Ohio (north-central) region of the state. Its official nickname is "The Fun Center of Ohio". Mansfield is also known as the "Carousel Capital of Ohio."[8]
Anchored by the Richland Carousel District,[9] downtown Mansfield is home to a number of attractions and arts venues.[10] Concert events in the downtown Brickyard venue have drawn crowds numbering over 5,000 people.[11] Mansfield, in partnership with local and national partners, is addressing blight and economic stagnation in the city center.[12] The Renaissance Performing Arts Association at home in the historic Renaissance Theatre annually presents and produces Broadway-style productions, classical music, comedy, arts education programs, concerts, lectures, and family events to more than 50,000 people. The Renaissance Performing Arts is home of the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra.[13] Downtown is also home to two ballet companies, NEOS Ballet Theatre and Richland Academy Dance Ensemble who both perform and offer community dance opportunities in downtown.[14][15] Mid-Ohio Opera offers performances of full opera and smaller concerts.[16][17][18]
- ^ "Perry sworn in as mansfield mayor Directory". richlandsource.com. December 22, 2023.
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Mansfield, Ohio
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "Find a County". National Association of Counties. Retrieved June 7, 2011.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 31, 2021.
- ^ Table of United States Metropolitan Statistical Areas
- ^ "U.S. Population – Combined Statistical Area Population". Weblists. Retrieved September 24, 2012.
- ^ "In the Heartland: An Ohio Road Trip by RV, Part II by Harry Basch & Shirley Slater". frommers.com. July 25, 2002. Retrieved September 8, 2006.
- ^ "Welcome to the historic Carrousel District". The Historic Carrousel District & Downtown Mansfield. Retrieved December 21, 2021.
- ^ Battishill, Missy Loar and Glenn. "Carrousel gives Mansfield's downtown district another ride". The Collegian. Archived from the original on May 10, 2017. Retrieved May 22, 2016.
- ^ "Bandstand coming to Brickyard". Mansfield News Journal. April 28, 2015. Retrieved May 22, 2016.
- ^ "Mansfield, Ohio —PR Project œ Path to Revitalization" Brownfield Initiative œ A National Model" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on December 22, 2016.
- ^ "New batons to lead Mansfield Symphony, Chorus". Richland Source. April 21, 2016. Retrieved May 22, 2016.
- ^ "Neos Center for Dance announces fall quarter classes". Richland Source. August 29, 2014. Retrieved May 22, 2016.
- ^ "Cleveland Ballet makes admirable debut in partnership with Neos Dance Theatre (review)". cleveland.com. October 6, 2015. Retrieved May 22, 2016.
- ^ "Creating Mansfield: The man behind Mid-Ohio Opera". Mansfield News Journal. October 7, 2015. Retrieved May 22, 2016.
- ^ "Mid-Ohio Opera to perform Schubert's 'Die Winterreise' May 15". Richland Source. May 3, 2015. Retrieved May 22, 2016.
- ^ "Love, sex, violence: Mid-Ohio Opera offers 'Pagliacci'". Mansfield News Journal. August 21, 2014. Retrieved May 22, 2016.