| ZIP Code | 43206 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbus |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 380/614 |
| Elevation | 772 ft |
| Latitude | 39.942452 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.974175 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.97 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 54.1% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 100 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,091 (19.2%) |
| Some College | 1,701 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 2,498 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 972 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,719 (48%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,421 ≈ Avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $280,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 63% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,339/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,758 |
| Vacant Units | 1,587 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,758 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,587 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
ZIP code 43206 is located in Columbus, Ohio, within Franklin County. With a population of 22,026, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 43206 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,421 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 43206 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $280,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,339 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.7%) and renters (52.3%). Median home values have increased by 63% since 2019.
The population of 43206 is majority White (55.93%). Residents are well-educated — 54.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.2%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 43206 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 43206 in Columbus, OH is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,026 residents, a median household income of $74,421, and a median home value of $280,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.