Hancock County

Hancock County is an administrative county in northwestern Ohio with Findlay serving as its administrative hub and largest city. The region comprises a mix of farmland, small communities, and developed areas spread across the landscape.

The county was established in 1820 and named after John Hancock, a founding father of the United States. In the late 1800s, natural gas discovery fundamentally changed the region's economy and development.

The county is named after John Hancock and his role as the first signer of the Declaration of Independence, a heritage that shapes how residents connect with their region. This connection appears in local traditions and how the community identifies itself.

Visitors should base themselves in Findlay, which is centrally located and offers good signage and access to services throughout the county. The spring and early fall seasons provide pleasant conditions for exploring the entire region.

The discovery of natural gas in the 1880s was celebrated with a spectacular festival where thousands of flames burned through the night. This gas jubilee showed just how much the resource meant to the region's future.

Location: Ohio

Inception: February 12, 1820

Capital city: Findlay

Shares border with: Allen County, Hardin County, Wyandot County, Seneca County, Wood County, Henry County, Putnam County

Website: http://co.hancock.oh.us

GPS coordinates: 41.00000,-83.67000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08