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Rayland, OH

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Population
384
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
679 ft
Median Home Value
$118,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$496/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$57,188
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Rayland

Rayland is a small, quiet village tucked along the Ohio River in southeastern Jefferson County. Originally settled in the 1800s as Portland Station, the town grew as a busy riverboat landing and rail stop for the surrounding valley. While it was eventually renamed Rayland in the 1920s, that relaxed riverfront character still defines the community today, giving residents scenic hillside views and a peaceful, small-town atmosphere.

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Today, Rayland is primarily a residential community where life moves at a steady, comfortable pace. Families are served by the Buckeye Local School District, and the village's location along State Route 7 makes it easy to commute to nearby hubs like Steubenville, Weirton, and Wheeling. For homebuyers seeking an affordable, close-knit neighborhood surrounded by the natural beauty of the river valley, Rayland provides a quiet place to call home.

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