Mount Orab
cityMount Orab is a village located in Brown County, Ohio, approximately 12 miles from Georgetown. It offers a blend of small-town charm and accessibility to larger urban centers. The village was established in 1850 and has grown steadily since, with a population of 4,347 as of the 2020 Census. The village is named after the biblical Mount Horeb, reflecting the religious influences of its early settlers. Mount Orab's economy includes healthcare, social services, education, retail, and manufacturing. The village provides essential services such as police, fire, and public works. It is served by the Western Brown Local School District, offering educational opportunities for local students. Mount Orab offers a mix of historical significance and modern amenities. The Mount Orab Railroad Depot, built in 1884, is the oldest building in town and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The village also provides access to outdoor activities with several parks and recreational areas nearby.
Mount Orab, Ohio
- Classification
- Village
- FIPS Code
- 39-52906
- Country
- United States
- County
- Brown County
- Region
- Midwest
- Elevation
- 935 ft
- Total Area
- 9.69 sq mi
- Land Area
- 9.69 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0 sq mi
- Latitude
- 39.03056
- Longitude
- -83.92722
- Climate
- Mount Orab has a humid climate with warm summers and cold winters. The average yearly precipitation is around 44 inches, including about 16 inches of snow.
- Population (2020)
- 4,347
- Est. Population (2026)
- 4,423
- Median Age
- 29.3
- Median Income
- $57,027
- Poverty Rate
- 39.26%
- Owner-Occupied
- 54.6%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial makeup of Mount Orab is predominantly White, with smaller percentages of other races.
- Government Type
- Mayor-Council
- Governing Body
- Village Council
- School District
- Western Brown Local School District
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire & EMS · Utilities · Zoning
- Unemployment Rate
- 4.9%
- Economic Profile
- Rural · Residential
- Employment Sectors
- Health Care & Social Assistance · Education · Retail · Manufacturing
- Schools
- 3
- Students
- 2,730
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Graduation Rate
- 92.5%
- School Districts
- Western Brown Local School District
- Colleges & Universities
- Southern State Community College
- Transportation
- Road access
- Utilities
- Municipal water
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- East Fork State Park · Mount Orab Park
- Parks & Trails
- Mount Orab Park
- Founded
- 1850
- Incorporated
- 1880
- Named After
- Biblical Mount Horeb
- Historical Significance
- Mount Orab's history reflects its growth from a small settlement to a modern village, with the railroad playing a significant role in its early development.
- Key Events
- Village laid out by Daniel Keethler (1850) · Cincinnati & Eastern Railroad reached town (1877) · Incorporated as a village (1880) · Radio Station WHBD went on the air (1929)