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South Charleston, Ohio

Village · Population 1,695 · #425 in Ohio
South Charleston, Ohio

South Charleston is a village in Clark County, Ohio, United States. The population was 1,706 at the 2020 census.

Photo & intro: Wikipedia

About South Charleston

South Charleston, OH is a small town located in southwestern Ohio with an estimated population of 1,695.

Officially, South Charleston is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 1.23 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,378 residents per square mile.

What Makes South Charleston Unique

  • Positioned in southwestern Ohio, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
  • Part of the fabric of Ohio — one of 1,265 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

  • A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
  • Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 10 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in South Charleston

  • The Purple Monkey — pizza

Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.

🏫 Schools in South Charleston

  • Miami View Elementary School
  • Southeastern Sr. High School
  • Southeastern Jr. High School

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

⚡ Quick Facts

StateOhio
TypeVillage
Population (2024)1,695
Rank in state#425 of 923
Land area1.23 sq mi
Density1,378/sq mi
Coordinates39.8248, -83.6437

🗺️ Map of South Charleston