SE Ohio Counties
Morgan County
Morgan County, Ohio, is a community rooted in resilience, innovation, and natural beauty. With a strong agricultural foundation and growing opportunities in manufacturing, tourism, and small business development, the county offers a supportive environment for entrepreneurs and established industries alike.
Its location along the Muskingum River and scenic byways, including Burr Oak State Park, Jesse Owens State Park and Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area, Muskingum River State Park—home to the only hand-operated lock system in the nation—and Wolf Creek Wildlife Area, makes it a prime destination for outdoor recreation and heritage tourism. A business-friendly atmosphere, coupled with workforce training initiatives and infrastructure investments, ensures that companies can thrive while enjoying the advantages of a rural, close-knit community.
Whether you're looking to start a business, expand operations, or enjoy a high quality of life, Morgan County is a place where opportunity and tradition go hand in hand.
Connect with the Morgan County Economic Development Organization
Shannon Wells, Director
Shannon.wells@morgancounty-oh.gov(740) 962-1322
Morgan County Improvement Corporation
155 E. Main St., Rm. 135, Suite B
McConnelsville, Ohio 43756
https://morganohio.com/
A Snapshot of Morgan County
County Seat:
McConnelsville
Nearest Airport(s):
Morgan County Airport: 3.2 miles
John Glenn Columbus International Airport: 83 miles
Highways:
OH 37, OH 60, OH 78
Workforce:
45,294 within a 45-minute drive
Population:
13,493 live in the county
GDP:
$1,224,564,026 in Gross Regional Product
Primary Industries
Metal Fabrication
Wood & Paper Products
Railways:
None
Higher Education:
Morgan High School
Median Household Income:
$54,674
Median Home Value:
$157,996
Cost of Living Index:
88.4
Major Employers
Utilities
Electricity Providers:
Columbus Southern Power
Guernsey-Muskingum REA
Ohio Power
Washington REA
Natural Gas Providers:
Columbia Gas
Gasco
Northeast
Telephone/Internet Providers:
AT&T Ohio
UTO (dba Century Link)
Frontier North
Top attractions in Morgan 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 McConnelsville
A vibrant downtown featuring boutique shopping and dining.
Stockport Mill Inn
The last remaining mill on the Muskingum River is a one-of-a-kind inn.
Old Bridge Brewing Company
A brewery, taproom, and restaurant in a historic building.
Chesterhill Produce Auction
The auction serves thousands of customers from throughout Appalachian Ohio
Twin City Opera House
Century-old theater hosting live performances, film screenings, and more.
Big Muskie Bucket
Big Muskie Bucket is part of the Miner's Memorial Park.
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