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Ohio District 12

Congressional District in OH • 12 Counties

Ohio's 12th congressional district is represented by Troy Balderson, a Republican U.S. representative. Balderson won the 2024 general election with 68.5% of the vote. The district has 798,482 residents, a median household income of $76,493 and a median age of 39.6, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Troy Balderson

Representative for Ohio District 12
Republican8 years in office
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District Boundaries

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Demographics

798,482

Total Population

$76,493

Median Household Income

39.6

Median Age

17.5%

College Educated

11.6%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

88.6% Whi
3.9% Bla
2.2% His
2.0% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 39.6 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $76,493 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Troy Balderson Republican68.5%
Jerrad Christian Democratic31.5%

Troy Balderson won by 37.0%

380,188 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Troy Balderson

Major Counties

Licking, Fairfield, Knox and 9 more

Major Cities

Newark, Zanesville, Lancaster

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Ohio District 12?
Troy Balderson (Republican) currently represents Ohio District 12 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Ohio District 12?
Ohio District 12 includes 12 counties: Licking, Fairfield, Knox, Muskingum, Coshocton and 7 more.
What are the major cities in Ohio District 12?
The major cities in this district include Newark, Zanesville, Lancaster.
What is the population of Ohio District 12?
Ohio District 12 has a population of approximately 798,482 residents.