This narrative presents a summary of the current conditions and demographic characteristic forecasts for Orange Township. Significant findings are presented along with a summary of the data. The current conditions data helps give insight into the patterns that will affect the Township's future. The primary sources of information were provided by the 2010 US Census, 2015 US Census, Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, Ohio Development Services Agency, and the Delaware County Regional Planning Commission (DCRPC). This sections addresses the following: Current Conditions Sections
Key Demographic Findings
Population Characteristics
Population Forecasts
Transportation
Economic Conditions
key demographic findings
Current Population: Orange Township had an estimated population of 28,117 in 2015, that represented about 9,545 households.
Population Trend: Orange Township has consistently grown since 1960, with little data showing any population decline over the decades.
Future Population: The Township's population is projected to continue to grow to over 37,038 by the year 2040. This increase is attributable to the proximity of the City of Columbus, which is projecting to have a population over 1 million within the city alone by the year 2020.
Age Distribution: In 2015, the median age for the Township was estimated at 35. This median age, along with the population growth from the year 2010 to 2015, is estimated to be caused by young families moving to the Township. Regional Comparison: Orange Township's population shares many characteristics to neighboring townships in Delaware County. The Township is predominately white, well-educated, and middle class. Orange Township’s population is distinguished from others in Delaware County in that it is growing faster, has higher education rates, and maintains a relatively young age.