Ironton is located in southeastern Ohio in
Lawrence County (of which it is the county seat) on the banks of the
Ohio River about 100 miles south-southeast of
Columbus and about 90 miles southwest of
Marietta. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 12,724, a decrease of 27 since 1990.
The town is on the southern fringes of Wayne National Forest which provides ample opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
Ironton is the home for the Lawrence County Museum.
