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Buckeye State · Capital: Columbus · Midwest (Midwest Rust)
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Capital
Columbus
Largest city
Columbus
Population
Over 10 million
Area rank
#34 of 50
Admitted
1803
Time zone
Eastern Time
Region
Midwest
Letters
4
Bordering states: Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, Pennsylvania.
4 fun facts about Ohio
- Ohio has produced 8 US presidents — second only to Virginia.
- The Wright Brothers grew up in Dayton — and tested their first flight machines on Ohio farmland.
- Cleveland is home to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame because Cleveland DJ Alan Freed coined the term "rock and roll" in 1951.
- Ohio's nickname comes from the buckeye tree, whose nuts vaguely resemble a buck's eye.
Frequently asked questions about Ohio
Is Ohio a US state?
Yes, Ohio is one of the 50 US states. It was admitted to the Union in 1803, making it the 17th state. Its capital is Columbus and its largest city is Columbus.
What is the capital of Ohio?
The capital of Ohio is Columbus.
When did Ohio become a state?
Ohio became a US state in 1803. It is the 17th state admitted to the Union.
What is the abbreviation for Ohio?
The 2-letter USPS abbreviation for Ohio is OH.
How big is Ohio?
Ohio ranks #34 of 50 US states by area — a mid-sized US state.
What is the population of Ohio?
Ohio has a population of over 10 million.
What region is Ohio in?
Ohio is in the Midwest region of the United States, per the US Census Bureau.
What time zone is Ohio in?
Ohio observes Eastern Time.
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