| ZIP Code | 43223 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbus |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 380/614 |
| Elevation | 760 ft |
| Latitude | 39.926237 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.03305 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 28.7% ▲ 187% above avg |
| College Grads | 16.8% ▼ 57% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 58% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 597 (3.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,962 (44.7%) |
| Some College | 2,545 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 2,858 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 635 (4.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,973 (12.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,902 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,600 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,063/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,662 |
| Vacant Units | 1,115 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,662 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,115 |
| Owner Occupied | 45.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 54.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 43223 is located in Columbus, Ohio, within Franklin County. With a population of 27,427, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.5 years. Economically, 43223 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $45,902 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 43223 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $113,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,063 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (45.2%) and renters (54.8%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 43223 is majority White (62.83%). Residents are less-educated — 16.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 28.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 43223 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 43223 in Columbus, OH is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 27,427 residents, a median household income of $45,902, and a median home value of $113,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.