Frankfort Ohio Map

About Frankfort, Ohio

Frankfort is a locality in Ross County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,171. The population density is 1090.6 people per km². Frankfort is located at 39.4015°N, 83.1807°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 45628.

Frankfort rests in the rolling terrain of Ross County, where the land begins to soften its contours after the more rugged Appalachian foothills. It lies 33.5 miles south of Grove City, OH (from Grove City, OH: bearing 188°T), and is situated 8.4 miles north of Bourneville. Fields of corn and soybeans stretch out under a wide Ohio sky, their green and gold hues deepening as the sun dips towards the western horizon, casting long shadows that paint the gently sloping hills. The air here carries the clean scent of turned earth and distant woodsmoke, a subtle perfume that speaks of a life lived close to the seasons. The Scioto River, a modest but steadfast artery, winds its way not far from the village, its presence a quiet murmur in the landscape, a reminder of the ancient forces that shaped this place. The history of Frankfort is tied to the fertile soil that has sustained it, a legacy of agriculture that began with early settlers drawn to the rich bottomlands. For generations, farming has been the bedrock of the local economy, with families tending the land and harvesting its bounty. While larger industries have largely bypassed this quiet corner, Frankfort has found its enduring character in the steadfastness of its people and their connection to the land. Small businesses, the kind that know your name and greet you with a nod, form the backbone of daily commerce, fostering a sense of shared endeavor. The community's character is one of quiet resilience, a place where the rhythm of life is dictated less by the clamor of progress and more by the turning of the seasons and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants.

About This Frankfort Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Frankfort, Ohio with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Frankfort and Ross County.

Detailed location data for Frankfort includes the ZIP code (43558), telephone area code (740, 937), county seat of Ross County (Chillicothe), and school district assignment (Adena Local 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 Frankfort is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.