History of Dublin, Ohio in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 1, 2025

Dublin, Ohio, is a suburb of Columbus that spans four counties. With a population of nearly 50,000 as of 2020, it stands out for having the highest concentration of Asian residents in Ohio. The city is known for hosting the Dublin Irish Festival, which claims to be the world's largest three-day Irish festival.

1970: Dublin's population

In 1970, Dublin was a small town with only 681 residents.

1976: Muirfield Village Golf Club hosts the Memorial Tournament

Each year since 1976, Muirfield Village Golf Club hosts the Memorial Tournament.

1979: Honda Established Operations in Marysville

In 1979, Honda first established operations in Marysville.

August 1987: Dublin Officially Declared a City

In August 1987, Dublin was officially declared a city after reaching a population of 5,000 residents, leading to significant expansion by annexing parts of nearby townships.

1987: Muirfield Village Golf Club hosted The Ryder Cup

Muirfield Village Golf Club hosted the 1987 The Ryder Cup.

1988: Dublin Arts Council established Art in Public Places collection

In 1988, the Dublin Arts Council developed the Art in Public Places collection to enhance the quality of life for residents and to establish a public art tour to attract visitors.

1990: Leatherlips Sculpture in Scioto Park created

In 1990, the Leatherlips sculpture was created in Scioto Park to honor Chief Shateyaronyah.

2000: Dublin Census Data in 2000

As of the census of 2000, there were 31,392 people, 11,209 households, and 8,675 families residing in the city of Dublin.

2002: Tartan Fields Golf Club hosted the LPGA's Wendy's Championship for Children

From 2002, Tartan Fields Golf Club hosted the LPGA's Wendy's Championship for Children.

2006: Tartan Fields Golf Club hosted the LPGA's Wendy's Championship for Children

Through 2006, Tartan Fields Golf Club hosted the LPGA's Wendy's Championship for Children.

2010: Asian Population Statistics for 2010

As of 2010, the Asian population in Dublin was composed of 6.9% Indian, 3.1% Chinese, 2.6% Japanese, 1.3% Korean, and 0.2% Vietnamese individuals.

2010: Japanese Population in Dublin in 2010

As of the 2010 U.S. Census, 1,071 Japanese people lived in Dublin, making up 2.6% of the city's population.

2010: Dublin Census Data in 2010

As of the census of 2010, Dublin had a population of 41,751 people, 14,984 households, and 11,656 families residing in the city.

2011: Dublin has Highest Concentration of Asians

As of 2011, Dublin has the highest concentration of Asians of any Ohio city.

2012: Median Income Statistics for Dublin in 2012

According to a 2012 estimate, the median income for a household in Dublin was $114,183, and the median income for a family was $138,590.

2013: Japanese Expatriates in Dublin in 2013

As of 2013, many Japanese expatriates working at Honda offices in the area lived in Dublin.

2013: Muirfield Village Golf Club hosted The President's Cup

In 2013, the Muirfield Village Golf Club hosted The President's Cup.

March 31, 2014: XPO, Inc. Acquired Pacer International

On March 31, 2014, Pacer International, a larger intermodal logistics provider headquartered in Dublin, was acquired by XPO, Inc.

2014: Riviera Golf Club Closed

The Riviera Golf Club closed in 2014.

March 2020: Columbus Japanese Language School planned to rent space in Dublin

In March 2020 the Columbus Japanese Language School was intending to rent space at Glacier Ridge Elementary School in Dublin.

March 2020: Dublin Link Pedestrian and Cycling Bridge Opens

The Dublin Link, a pedestrian and cycling bridge, opened in March 2020.

2020: City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

According to the City's 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the city are listed.

2020: Dublin's Population in 2020

In 2020, the census recorded Dublin's population at 49,328 residents.

2020: Redevelopment of the Bridge Street District began

In 2020, the city began redeveloping the Bridge Street District.

2020: Dublin City School District Enrollment 2020-2021

The Dublin City School District enrollment for the 2020-2021 school year was 16,254.

September 2021: Columbus Japanese Language School began Marysville location

In September 2021, Columbus Japanese Language School began its Marysville location after a year of online classes.

2021: Dublin City School District Enrollment 2020-2021