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Carroll County, Ohio is a rural county in East Central Ohio, with no four lane highways. The rolling country side is home to beautiful vistas that give you the feeling you are in the Appalachian Mountains. It is home to Atwood Lake Region which is a tourist destination with two marinas, a winery, a park with camping and beach and at least seven dining options ranging from ice cream stands to fine dining. Atwood Lake is known for its great sailing and fishing. The Leesville Lake area is home to six youth camps and is known for its Muskie fishing. Both lakes have low horsepower limits. The village of Carrollton is the county seat and is home to several museums, antique and collectible shopping and more. The economy has always been agricultural but recently has shale gas development also.
Includes Cities/Towns: Augusta, Carrollton, Dellroy.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Atwood Lake Region is home to two marinas, a park with camping and beach, and winery. There is boat rentals and fishing at both Atwood and Leesville Lakes. Carroll County is home to two golf courses.
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Carrollton is home to the McCook House Civil War Museum, an Ohio Historical Society Museum. It has multiple displays on the Civil War and the McCooks (Daniel McCook and his brother and their 14 sons all fought for the North during the war.) There also is the Ashton House Museum which features local and retailing history. Bluebird Farm Susie's Museum of Childhood is a private collection of over 1500 dolls and toys that span three centuries.
Carroll County Arts Center is the local outlet for more than 60 local artisans to sell their work.
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Carroll County has a rural transit that is accessible through calling and setting up a pickup.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
Mercy Medical Center- Stat Care in Carrollton
Aultman Stat Care
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Carroll County, Ohio?
For those of you that retire in Carroll County, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 20's and highs in the upper 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 20's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter, great for a day of shopping in Carroll County! Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground.
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Carroll County such as a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Carroll County!
Summertime in Carroll County is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Carroll County, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
19
F°
26
F°
34
F°
Feb
20
F°
29
F°
38
F°
Mar
27
F°
38
F°
48
F°
Apr
37
F°
49
F°
61
F°
May
47
F°
59
F°
70
F°
Jun
56
F°
68
F°
79
F°
Jul
61
F°
72
F°
83
F°
Aug
59
F°
70
F°
81
F°
Sep
51
F°
63
F°
74
F°
Oct
40
F°
51
F°
62
F°
Nov
32
F°
41
F°
50
F°
Dec
23
F°
31
F°
38
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
27
2
Feb
0
24
1
Mar
0
22
0
Apr
0
9
0
May
0
1
0
Jun
1
0
0
Jul
3
0
0
Aug
2
0
0
Sep
0
0
0
Oct
0
6
0
Nov
0
16
0
Dec
0
25
1
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
3
"
13
20
%
Feb
2
"
11
22
%
Mar
3
"
12
28
%
Apr
4
"
13
37
%
May
4
"
13
48
%
Jun
4
"
11
58
%
Jul
4
"
11
62
%
Aug
4
"
9
61
%
Sep
3
"
9
55
%
Oct
3
"
10
43
%
Nov
3
"
12
34
%
Dec
3
"
13
25
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
9
"
14
7
Feb
7
"
10
5
Mar
6
"
5
4
Apr
2
"
1
1
May
0
"
0
0
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
0
"
0
0
Nov
2
"
1
2
Dec
7
"
8
5
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Carroll County, OH
Carroll County, Ohio cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:
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Senior Assistance in
Carroll County, OH
Carroll County, Ohio offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
The Carroll County Agency on Aging, know locally as the Friendship Center, offers communal meals Monday-Friday as well as Meals on Wheels and many activities for seniors to participate in during the afternoon.
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