Country land in Ohio
How much good country Ohio has, where it is, and what to know before you buy: growing season, homeschool rules, internet and prices. "Good country" here means land past the suburbs and their buffer, off the busiest roads, scored by the Land Finder.
The best counties for country living
Ranked by how much of each county scores as good country (fast-growing counties ranked a little lower).
| County (towns) | Good country | Growth | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe County Antioch, Woodsfield | 99% | -0.6%/yr | Score a spot |
| Morgan County McConnelsville, Malta | 99% | -0.5%/yr | Score a spot |
| Noble County Sarahsville, Caldwell | 99% | +0.2%/yr | Score a spot |
| Vinton County McArthur, Hamden | 99% | -0.5%/yr | Score a spot |
| Meigs County Pomeroy, Middleport | 98% | -0.8%/yr | Score a spot |
| Harrison County Holloway, Flushing | 99% | -0.7%/yr | Score a spot |
| Pike County Piketon, Waverly | 97% | -0.0%/yr | Score a spot |
| Paulding County Latty, Broughton | 98% | -0.1%/yr | Score a spot |
| Adams County West Union, Peebles | 95% | +0.2%/yr | Score a spot |
| Wyandot County Upper Sandusky, Carey | 95% | -0.5%/yr | Score a spot |
Growing fast (2.5%+ a year since 2020; today's country can become tomorrow's suburb): Union County, Delaware County.
Homeschool rules
Since 2023: a yearly notice to the district superintendent by August 30 (or within 5 days of starting): names, address and an assurance of instruction in the required subjects. No assessment, no teacher qualification, no hour or record requirements.
Not legal advice; laws change. Verify with the state and your school district. Source
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