RANK #28 / 996 · POP 201,749 · OH
PROJECTED GROWTH: +3.9%
Trumbull County, Ohio, stands out as the state's only perfectly square county, covering 625 square miles. Located in Northeast Ohio, midway between Cleveland and Pittsburgh, the county seat, Warren, was an early hub for the Connecticut Western Reserve. The community offers a blend of historic towns like Newton Falls, known for its waterfalls and historic covered bridge, and expansive natural areas. With over 44,000 acres dedicated to outdoor recreation, including Mosquito Lake State Park and the Western Reserve Greenway, residents and visitors have opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, and biking. Public transportation options are available, including curb-to-curb services. Life in Trumbull County offers a mix of suburban and rural living, with a notable percentage of retirees. The public school districts in the county are generally rated above average. The economy is experiencing new investment, particularly in manufacturing, data centers, and energy sectors. This growth is attracting new businesses and creating jobs, with ongoing infrastructure development to support the expanding workforce and housing needs.
Above national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 3.2x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Stargate AI Data Center Campus
OpenAI, Oracle, SoftBank
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$3,600M | Under Construction |
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Trumbull Energy Center (Natural Gas Power Plant)
Clean Energy Future - Trumbull, LLC
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$1,200M | Under Construction |
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Kimberly-Clark Manufacturing Plant
Kimberly-Clark Corp.
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$800M | Under Construction |
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Community Solar Portfolio (Multiple Projects)
Various (e.g., SolAmerica Energy Development LLC, Madison Energy Holdings LLC)
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$50M | Planned |
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Golden Triangle Industrial Zone Infrastructure Upgrades
Eastgate Regional Council of Governments
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$47M | Completed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Trumbull County has a Boom Town Index score of 97/100, ranking #28 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.1% and a median household income of $53,537, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Trumbull County is $121,400 with median rent at $752/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.441, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.2% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.1%. Home values changed +7.2% in the past 12 months.