Devola Ohio Map

About Devola, Ohio

Devola is a locality in Washington County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,688. The population density is 196.8 people per km². Devola is located at 39.4737°N, 81.4790°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 45750.

Devola lies at the confluence of the Ohio River and the Muskingum, its landscape a testament to the patient carving of water and the persistent growth of green. It lies 15.0 miles north-north-east of Parkersburg, WV (from Parkersburg, WV: bearing 17°T), and is situated 4.2 miles north-north-west of Marietta. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of rain and sun, cradle the settlement, their slopes a patchwork of mature woodlands and cultivated fields. The air here carries a damp, earthy fragrance, particularly in the mornings when mist often clings to the lower ground, blurring the edges of the world. The riverfront, a vital artery, dictates the very breath of Devola, its wide, slow current a constant, murmuring presence. The history of Devola is deeply entwined with the river’s bounty and the land’s resources. Once a hub for the timber and coal industries, its economy has since diversified, with agriculture and small businesses now forming its backbone. The remnants of older structures, their brickwork weathered and softened by time, hint at a more robust industrial past. Local traditions, passed down through generations, often revolve around the harvest seasons and the river’s cycles, a quiet rhythm that continues to define life in Devola. The distinct character of this riverside community is one of enduring resilience and a deep, unspoken connection to the natural world that surrounds it.

About This Devola Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Devola, Ohio — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.473685, -81.479012. 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 Devola and Washington County.

Detailed location data for Devola includes the ZIP code (45750), telephone area code (937), county seat of Washington County (Marietta), and school district assignment (Marietta 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 Devola is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.