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Powell at a Glance

Location: Nestled between the Scioto and Olentangy Rivers in the southwestern corner of Delaware County.

Area: Approximately 4.8 square miles

Access: Powell is easily accessible from SR 750, SR 315 and Sawmill Road, and is approximately a 20-minute drive from downtown Columbus.

City Government: Council/City Manager form of government

Platted as a Village: 1813

Incorporated as the Village of Powell: 1947

Attained City Status: 2000

Population Estimates: 11,500

Profile of the Average Powell Resident: The median age of our residents is 34.5 years and 57% have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Average Household size: 3.24

Park Land: Eight parks on more than 85 acres of property

Economic Vitality: Powell has more than 200 businesses

Average Home Price: $200,000

Income Tax Revenue: The City of Powell collected more than $3.6 million in income taxes in 2006.

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