Bellefontaine Ohio Map

About Bellefontaine, Ohio

Bellefontaine is a locality in Logan County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of 13,807. The population density is 535.7 people per km². Bellefontaine is located at 40.3612°N, 83.7597°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 43311.

Bellefontaine rests in the gentle embrace of Logan County, its landscape a quiet testament to the fertile earth of western Ohio. It lies 22.4 miles west-north-west of Marysville, OH (from Marysville, OH: bearing 293°T), and is situated 8.9 miles east-north-east of De Graff. Rolling hills, softened by time and agriculture, define the horizon, their contours a subtle invitation to explore the winding country roads that crisscross the terrain. The air here, especially as the sun begins its descent, carries a peculiar clarity, a crispness that hints at the changing seasons and the deep, dark loam that underpins everything. Mature trees, their branches reaching skyward like ancient, patient hands, punctuate the fields, offering dappled shade and a sense of enduring stillness to the passing observer. The history of Bellefontaine is etched in the perseverance of its founders and the enduring spirit of its people. Established as a county seat, its economy has long been tied to the bounty of the surrounding farmland, a steady rhythm of planting and harvest that has shaped the character of the community. The early days saw the rise of local industries, fueled by the region's natural resources and the ingenuity of its inhabitants. Today, while agriculture remains a cornerstone, Bellefontaine also embraces a diversified economic base, a blend of established businesses and emerging enterprises that contribute to its quiet prosperity. The town square, with its historic courthouse, serves as a focal point, a place where the echoes of past generations mingle with the everyday comings and goings of contemporary life.

About This Bellefontaine Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Bellefontaine, Ohio — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.361164, -83.759656. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Bellefontaine and Logan County.

Detailed location data for Bellefontaine includes the ZIP code (43311), telephone area code (614), county seat of Logan County (Bellefontaine), and school district assignment (Bellefontaine City School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bellefontaine is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.