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T his chapter includes citywide and metropolitan area demographic trends as

they relate to regional and national trends. It also includes analysis by the U.S. Census Block Groups within Dublin and its surrounding area. Finally, there is a summary of key findings and discussion of how these demographic trends relate to the master planning efforts.

The City of Dublin, Ohio, is part of the greater Columbus metropolitan area. It is located in Delaware, Franklin and Union counties. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 31,392. In 2008, the estimated population was more than 40,000. In addition, thousands more live outside the municipal boundaries of Dublin but reside within the City of Dublin school-district. Parts of the City of Dublin also are within Hilliard City School District and Jonathan Alder School District.

Current Population

Dublin is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Columbus region. Its strategic location adjacent to I-270, its national reputation for quality residential and employment development, and an excellent school system all have facilitated this rapid growth. The high growth rate (more than 300 percent between 1980 and 1990 and about 92 percent between 1990 and 2000) has resulted in a corresponding increase in demand for housing.

During the 1990s, the City of Dublin grew by about 15,000 new residents — a 92 percent increase in its total population. In comparison, the Columbus MSA grew 17 percent. Dublin has continued its rapid pace of growth since the 2000 Census. Its 2008 population is projected to be 40,163.

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