Flag of Ohio
stateThe flag of Ohio was adopted on May 9, 1902 to a design by John Eisenmann. Swallow-tailed burgee with a white circle and seventeen stars. It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue. The official proportions are 8:13.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Ohio |
|---|---|
| Country | Ohio |
| Official Country Name | State of Ohio |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | United States |
| ISO Country Code | US-OH |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Ohio |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | May 9, 1902 |
| Current Version Adopted | May 9, 1902 |
| Flag Proportion | 8:13 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Red, White, Blue |
| Designer | John Eisenmann |
| Design Type | Swallow-tailed burgee with a white circle and seventeen stars |
| Official Status | Official State Flag |
| Government Authority | State Government of Ohio |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #CE1126 | 206, 17, 38 | 0, 92, 82, 19 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Blue | #002868 | 0, 40, 104 | 100, 62, 0, 59 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents the stripes and disc |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the stripes and stars |
| Blue colour | Represents the triangle |
| Swallow-tailed shape | The only non-rectangular US state flag |
| Circle and stripes | The O of Ohio and the buckeye nut |
| Seventeen stars | Ohio as the seventeenth state |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1902-05-09 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 8:13 |
|---|---|
| Width | 8 units (hoist) |
| Length | 13 units (fly) |
Ohio Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Ohio
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 124 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | May 9, 1902 |
| Designer | John Eisenmann |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Unique Feature | Swallow-tailed burgee with a white circle and seventeen stars |
Facts about the Flag of Ohio
- Ohio flies the only non-rectangular flag in the United States, a swallow-tailed burgee designed by John Eisenmann for the 1901 Pan-American Exposition.
- The white circle around the red disc makes an O for Ohio, and the seventeen stars mark it as the seventeenth state.
- There is an official method of folding the burgee, adopted in 2005, that takes seventeen steps.
- The flag of Ohio was officially adopted on May 9, 1902. It was designed by John Eisenmann.
- The flag in its present form is 124 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Swallow-tailed burgee with a white circle and seventeen stars.
- The official proportions are 8:13.
- The flag uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
- The red on the flag stands for the stripes and disc.
- The white on the flag stands for the stripes and stars.
- The blue on the flag stands for the triangle.
- Swallow-tailed shape: The only non-rectangular US state flag.
- Circle and stripes: The O of Ohio and the buckeye nut.
- Seventeen stars: Ohio as the seventeenth state.
- Ohio joined the Union on 1 March 1803, as the 17th state.
- The state is nicknamed The Buckeye State.
- The state bird is the northern cardinal.
- The state flower is the scarlet carnation.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Ohio
When was the flag of Ohio adopted?
The flag of Ohio was officially adopted on May 9, 1902.
What do the colours of the flag of Ohio mean?
Red for the stripes and disc, white for the stripes and stars and blue for the triangle.
When did Ohio become a state?
Ohio entered the Union on 1 March 1803, as the 17th state.
What do the symbols on the flag of Ohio represent?
Swallow-tailed shape — The only non-rectangular US state flag. Circle and stripes — The O of Ohio and the buckeye nut. Seventeen stars — Ohio as the seventeenth state.
Who designed the flag of Ohio?
The flag was designed by John Eisenmann.
What are the proportions of the flag of Ohio?
The official ratio is 8:13, which makes the flag rectangular.
What are the state symbols of Ohio?
The state bird is the northern cardinal, the state flower is the scarlet carnation and the motto is "With God, all things are possible".
How many colours are on the flag of Ohio?
It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
Can I download the flag of Ohio for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Ohio in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.
What are the colour codes of the flag of Ohio?
The HEX values are Red #CE1126, White #FFFFFF and Blue #002868. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.