Your Guide to Richland County, Ohio
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Quick answer: Richland County is one of Ohio’s 88 counties. Its county seat is Mansfield, it was established in 1808, and it has an estimated 124,893 residents as of 2025.
At a Glance
- County seat: Mansfield
- Established: Mar 1, 1808
- Formed from: Fairfield County
- Named for: Descriptive of the soil in the area
- Estimated population (2025): 124,893
- Total area: 496.88 sq mi
- FIPS code: 39139
About Richland County
Richland County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. As of the 2020 census, the population was 124,936. Its county seat is Mansfield. The county was created in 1808 and later organized in 1813. It is named for the fertile soil found there. Richland County is included in the Mansfield, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area as well as the Mansfield Ashland Bucyrus, OH Combined Statistical Area. The county is one of the six Metropolitan Statistical Areas that make up Northeast Ohio.
History of Richland County
At its formation in 1806 Richland County encompassed a larger area. The land was mainly forest. Settlers cleared the land for farming and the population increased. When Ashland County was formed on February 24, 1846, most of its area was provided by townships annexed in whole (such as Green Township) or in part (Clear Creek, Milton and Mifflin townships) from eastern Richland County.
Cities and Villages in Richland County
Cities
Galion, Mansfield †, Ontario, Shelby
Villages
Bellville, Butler, Crestline, Lexington, Lucas, Plymouth, Shiloh
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Background Checks, Process Serving and Private Investigations
Residents and employers in Richland 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 Richland County, Ohio?
Mansfield is the county seat of Richland County, Ohio.
When was Richland County established?
Richland County was established on Mar 1, 1808. It was formed from Fairfield County.
Who or what is Richland County named for?
Richland County is named for Descriptive of the soil in the area.
How many people live in Richland County, Ohio?
Richland County has an estimated population of 124,893 as of 2025.
What cities are in Richland County, Ohio?
Cities in Richland County include Galion, Mansfield †, Ontario, Shelby.
Where can I find local businesses in Richland County?
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