| ZIP Code | 43221 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbus |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 380/614 |
| Elevation | 838 ft |
| Latitude | 40.023112 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.076127 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.3% ▲ 92% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 55 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,408 (10.5%) |
| Some College | 1,003 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 2,464 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,101 (4.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,995 (69.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,393 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $419,200 ▲ 50% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,441/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,462 |
| Vacant Units | 627 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,462 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 627 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 43221 is located in Columbus, Ohio, within Franklin County. With a population of 35,037, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 43221 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,393 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 43221 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $419,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,441 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 43221 is primarily White (83.36%). Residents are highly educated — 74.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 43221 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 43221 in Columbus, OH is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,037 residents, a median household income of $115,393, and a median home value of $419,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.