Your Guide to Logan County, Ohio
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Quick answer: Logan County is one of Ohio’s 88 counties. Its county seat is Bellefontaine, it was established in 1818, and it has an estimated 46,302 residents as of 2025.
At a Glance
- County seat: Bellefontaine
- Established: Mar 1, 1818
- Formed from: Champaign County
- Named for: General Benjamin Logan (c. 1742 to 1802), who destroyed Shawnee Indian towns in the county
- Estimated population (2025): 46,302
- Total area: 458.44 sq mi
- FIPS code: 39091
About Logan County
Logan County is a county in the west central portion of the U.S. state of Ohio. As stated in the 2025 QuickFacts, the population was 46,302. The county seat is Bellefontaine. The county is named for Benjamin Logan, who fought Native Americans in the area. Logan County comprises the Bellefontaine, Ohio Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Columbus Marion Zanesville, Ohio Combined Statistical Area.
Cities and Villages in Logan County
Cities
Bellefontaine â€
Villages
Belle Center, De Graff, Huntsville, Lakeview, Quincy, Ridgeway, Rushsylvania, Russells Point, Valley Hi, West Liberty, West Mansfield, Zanesfield
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Background Checks, Process Serving and Private Investigations
Residents and employers in Logan 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 Logan County, Ohio?
Bellefontaine is the county seat of Logan County, Ohio.
When was Logan County established?
Logan County was established on Mar 1, 1818. It was formed from Champaign County.
Who or what is Logan County named for?
Logan County is named for General Benjamin Logan (c. 1742 to 1802), who destroyed Shawnee Indian towns in the county.
How many people live in Logan County, Ohio?
Logan County has an estimated population of 46,302 as of 2025.
What cities are in Logan County, Ohio?
Cities in Logan County include Bellefontaine †.
Where can I find local businesses in Logan County?
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