About Bolivar
Set in the eastern part of Ohio, Bolivar is a tiny community counting 964 people who proudly call it home.
Officially, Bolivar is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.94 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,026 residents per square mile.
📰 Bolivar News Today
- Timothy S. Goodnight Obituary Jun 24, 2026 tolandherzig.com · Jun 24
- Gary E. Franks Obituary May 13, 2026 Geib Funeral Homes and Crematories · May 13
- Canton, Bolivar firefighters rescue driver from car submerged in Nimishillen Creek FOX 8 News · Aug 4
- Gloria Ann Higl Cleveland.com · May 10
- Catherine G. Grimm Obituary (2026) - Bolivar, OH - Lebold-Smith Funeral Home Bolivar, oh Legacy obituary · Aug 5
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Bolivar Unique
- One of 7 places in the US named Bolivar — but the Ohio one has a character all its own.
- Positioned in eastern Ohio, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Ohio — one of 1,265 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 5 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Bolivar
- Towpath Tavern
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Fort Laurens Museum · Museum
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateOhio
TypeVillage
Population (2024)964
Rank in state#537 of 923
Land area0.94 sq mi
Density1,026/sq mi
Coordinates40.6553, -81.4545