SE Ohio Counties
Guernsey County
Guernsey County, Ohio, is a dynamic hub for business growth, innovation, and community development. Strategically located along I-70 and I-77, the county offers exceptional transportation access, making it a prime location for manufacturing, logistics, and energy industries. A skilled workforce, business-friendly environment, and robust infrastructure provide the foundation for companies to thrive.
Beyond business, Guernsey County boasts a high quality of life, with scenic parks, a rich history, and cultural attractions like Salt Fork State Park and the iconic Cambridge Glass Museum. Whether you're looking to expand, invest, or establish roots, Guernsey County offers the ideal blend of opportunity and small-town charm.
Connect with the Guernsey County Economic Development Organization
Bill Arnett, Executive Director
director@cgccic.org(740) 432-1881
Cambridge-Guernsey County CIC
9900 Brick Church Road, Suite 2
Cambridge, Ohio 43725
http://cgccic.org/
A Snapshot of Guernsey County
County Seat:
Cambridge
Local resources:
Cambridge Area Chamber of CommerceCambridge/Guernsey County VCBCambridge Main StreetNearest Airport(s):
Cambridge Municipal Airport: 4.5 miles
John Glenn Columbus International Airport: 79 miles
Highways:
I-70, I-77, US 22, US 40
Workforce:
103,966 within a 45-minute drive
Population:
37,770
GDP:
$1,588,522,107
Primary Industries
Energy & Chemicals
Metal Fabrication
Railways:
Columbus and Ohio River Railroad
Higher Education:
None
Median Household Income:
$53,406
Median Home Value:
$174,247
Cost of Living Index:
90
Major Employers
Utilities
Electricity Providers:
Guernsey-Muskingum REA
Ohio Power
Natural Gas Providers:
Columbia Gas
NIED
Piedmont
Telephone/Internet Providers:
AT&T Ohio
Frontier North
Windstream Western Reserve
Top attractions in Guernsey County
Southeast Ohio is the kind of place that surprises you—where you stumble upon a town that feels like it was pulled from a movie set, enjoy one-of-a-kind, locally owned shops, or discover a hiking trail that becomes your new favorite. It’s the largest, yet somehow least talked-about, region of Ohio, and that’s part of its charm. It’s a place where you can slow down, look around, and see that life’s greatest adventures are right in front of you.
Downtown Cambridge
A vibrant Main Street community with boutiques and charm.
Salt Fork State Park
Ohio's largest State Park, with miles of scenic hiking.
Seneca Lake
Ohio's largest inland lake, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Mosser Glass
Family-owned and operated, Mosser manufactures hand-pressed glass.
Georgetown Tavern on the Hill
Enjoy live music, scenic views, and brick oven pizza.
Dickens Victorian Village
Downtown transforms into a Victorian Era landscape.
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