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Portsmouth, OH

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Population
17,282
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
534 ft
Median Home Value
$103,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$747/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$34,713
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Portsmouth in context.

OverallBest places in OhioPopulation rankingHighest population places in OhioNearest larger communityHuntington, West Virginia37 miles away · 44,815 residents.

About Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a city and the county seat of Scioto County, Ohio, situated on the north bank of the Ohio River. Located in southern Ohio just east of the mouth of the Scioto River, the historic community of approximately 17,728 served as a vital crossing point on the Underground Railroad. Public education is served by the Portsmouth City School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+99.0rating

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