Your Guide to Perry County, Ohio
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Quick answer: Perry County is one of Ohio’s 88 counties. Its county seat is New Lexington, it was established in 1818, and it has an estimated 35,918 residents as of 2025.
At a Glance
- County seat: New Lexington
- Established: Mar 1, 1818
- Formed from: Washington, Fairfield, and Muskingum Counties
- Named for: Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry (1785 to 1819), a naval officer of the War of 1812
- Estimated population (2025): 35,918
- Total area: 409.78 sq mi
- FIPS code: 39127
About Perry County
Perry County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. As of the 2020 census, the population was 35,408. Its county seat is New Lexington. It was established on March 1, 1818, from parts of Fairfield, Washington and Muskingum counties. The county is named for Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the War of 1812. Perry County is included in the Columbus, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area. One of the poorest counties in the state, this is where the lawsuit challenging Ohio’s school funding system, DeRolph v. State, began.
Cities and Villages in Perry County
Villages
Corning, Crooksville, Glenford, Hemlock, Junction City, New Lexington †, New Straitsville, Rendville, Roseville, Shawnee, Somerset, Thornville
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Background Checks, Process Serving and Private Investigations
Residents and employers in Perry 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 Perry County, Ohio?
New Lexington is the county seat of Perry County, Ohio.
When was Perry County established?
Perry County was established on Mar 1, 1818. It was formed from Washington, Fairfield, and Muskingum Counties.
Who or what is Perry County named for?
Perry County is named for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry (1785 to 1819), a naval officer of the War of 1812.
How many people live in Perry County, Ohio?
Perry County has an estimated population of 35,918 as of 2025.
What cities are in Perry County, Ohio?
Perry County has no incorporated cities. Its communities include Corning, Crooksville, Glenford, Hemlock, Junction City, New Lexington †, New Straitsville, Rendville.
Where can I find local businesses in Perry County?
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