Community Profile
Welcome to the 2026 Community & Economic Profile
The 2026 Zanesville and Muskingum County Community and Economic Profile is designed to provide all the necessary information that developers, brokers, site selectors, and individuals might need about living and working in our community.
Your Business Goes Further in Muskingum County
As a “Micropolitan” Community in eastern Ohio, we are able to offer a lower cost of living, lower utility costs, and lower taxes – resulting in a less costly labor market. Additionally, we enjoy the benefits of numerous State Parks, golf courses, and educational resources. Zanesville is consistently ranked among the top 20% of Micropolitan Communities in the United States by Site Selector Magazine.
Click on the image to download a copy. For additional questions, contact Amy Young at amy@zmcport.com.

