| ZIP Code | 43229 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbus |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 220/380/614/740 |
| Elevation | 909 ft |
| Latitude | 40.08587 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.978197 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 21.7% ▲ 117% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.9% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.9% ▲ 62% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,115 (6.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,063 (34%) |
| Some College | 3,739 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 4,592 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,895 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,154 (25%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,430 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $210,600 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,082/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,290 |
| Vacant Units | 1,510 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,290 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,510 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 59.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 43229 is located in Columbus, Ohio, within Franklin County. With a population of 54,237, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.5 years. Economically, 43229 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $53,430 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 43229 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $210,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,082 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.5%) and renters (59.5%). Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 43229 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 43.6%. Residents are moderately educated — 33.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.7%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 43229 stands at 7.9%, which is significantly above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 43229 in Columbus, OH is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 54,237 residents, a median household income of $53,430, and a median home value of $210,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.