Your Guide to Carroll County, Ohio
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Quick answer: Carroll County is one of Ohio’s 88 counties. Its county seat is Carrollton, it was established in 1833, and it has an estimated 26,475 residents as of 2025.
At a Glance
- County seat: Carrollton
- Established: Jan 1, 1833
- Formed from: Columbiana, Stark, Harrison, Jefferson, and Tuscarawas Counties
- Named for: Charles Carroll (1737 to 1832), last surviving signer of the United States Declaration of Independence
- Estimated population (2025): 26,475
- Total area: 394.67 sq mi
- FIPS code: 39019
About Carroll County
Carroll County is a county located in the state of Ohio. As of the 2020 census, the population was 26,721. Its county seat is Carrollton, while its largest village is Minerva. It is named for Charles Carroll of Carrollton, the last surviving signer of the Declaration of Independence. Carroll County is part of the Canton Massillon, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Cleveland Akron Canton, OH Combined Statistical Area. It is in the Appalachian Ohio region.
History of Carroll County
Carroll County was formed on December 25, 1832, from portions of Columbiana, Harrison, Jefferson, Stark, and Tuscarawas counties.
Carroll County lies upon an ancient trail known as the Great Trail, connecting the forks of the Ohio with Lake Erie and the inland plains.
Cities and Villages in Carroll County
Villages
Carrollton †, Dellroy, Leesville, Magnolia, Malvern, Minerva, Sherrodsville
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Background Checks, Process Serving and Private Investigations
Residents and employers in Carroll County can get BCI and FBI LiveScan fingerprinting, FD-258 fingerprint cards, process serving and licensed private investigations from these Ohio providers:
- Ohio Security & Investigations, Youngstown: licensed private investigations and fingerprinting. Call (888) 341-6960 or visit ohioinvestigators.com.
- 10-8 Protective Services, Columbus: investigations, fingerprinting and process serving. Call (800) 949-8521 or visit 10-8protectiveservices.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the county seat of Carroll County, Ohio?
Carrollton is the county seat of Carroll County, Ohio.
When was Carroll County established?
Carroll County was established on Jan 1, 1833. It was formed from Columbiana, Stark, Harrison, Jefferson, and Tuscarawas Counties.
Who or what is Carroll County named for?
Carroll County is named for Charles Carroll (1737 to 1832), last surviving signer of the United States Declaration of Independence.
How many people live in Carroll County, Ohio?
Carroll County has an estimated population of 26,475 as of 2025.
What cities are in Carroll County, Ohio?
Carroll County has no incorporated cities. Its communities include Carrollton †, Dellroy, Leesville, Magnolia, Malvern, Minerva, Sherrodsville.
Where can I find local businesses in Carroll County?
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