Columbiana County

Columbiana County is an administrative division in eastern Ohio, positioned along the border with Pennsylvania and the Ohio River. The region comprises 18 townships with Lisbon serving as the county seat and Salem as the largest city.

The county was established in May 1803, taking its name from a combination of Christopher Columbus's surname and the suffix -iana. Its early years saw settlement and the economic growth of communities including East Liverpool.

The area reflects the heritage of German settlers, Quakers, and Scotch-Irish immigrants from Pennsylvania, whose influence appears in local traditions and architecture. These diverse communities continue to shape daily life and the region's character.

The region is best explored by visiting the main towns of Lisbon and Salem, where administrative centers and local services are concentrated. A car makes it easy to travel through the area and reach various communities.

East Liverpool, a city within the county, emerged as the leading pottery production center of the United States during the industrial era. The ceramics industry shaped the economic and social development of this community for generations.

Location: Ohio

Inception: May 1, 1803

Capital city: Lisbon

Reference: COL

Shares border with: Beaver County, Lawrence County, Jefferson County, Carroll County, Hancock County, Stark County, Mahoning County

Website: http://columbianacounty.org

GPS coordinates: 40.77000,-80.78000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:50