US ZIP Code
43605

Toledo, OH

Lucas County  ·  Ohio

● Active
👥 24,432 Population ↓ 5% since 2019
💰 $36,389 Median HH Income
▼ 52% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
🎂 33.0 Median Age
🏠 $46,000 Median Home Value
▼ 84% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019
🎓 19.6% College Grads
▼ 49% below avg
📊 16.2% Unemployment
▲ 230% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code43605
CityToledo
StateOhio (OH)
CountyLucas County
Area Code419/567
Elevation604 ft
Latitude41.648026
Longitude-83.506863
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS39095
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 46.7% (11,420) Female 53.3% (13,012) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 57.1%Hispanic: 20.9%Black: 13.6%Asian: 0.7%Other: 7.2%Race
White57.1%
Hispanic20.9%
Black13.6%
Asian0.7%
Other7.2%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
8%
5–17
20%
18–24
10%
25–44
29%
45–64
24%
65+
4%

Key Indicators

Median Age33.0 yrs
Avg Household Size2.44
Below Poverty36.6% ▲ 266% above avg
College Grads19.6% ▼ 49% below avg
Unemployment16.2% ▲ 230% above avg
No HS Diploma373 (2.9%)
HS Graduate5,223 (40.2%)
Some College2,522 (19.4%)
Associates2,331 (17.9%)
Bachelors1,166 (9%)
Graduate Degree1,384 (10.6%)

Education

No HS: 2.9%HS Grad: 40.2%Some College: 19.4%Associates: 17.9%Bachelors: 9%Graduate: 10.6%Edu
No HS2.9%
HS Grad40.2%
Some College19.4%
Associates17.9%
Bachelors9.0%
Graduate10.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 49.2%Renter: 50.8%Tenure
Owner49.2%
Renter50.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
57%
$50k–100k
33%
$100k–150k
4%
$150k–200k
2%
$200k–300k
1%
$300k–500k
3%
Over $500k
0%

Financials

Median HH Income$36,389 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
Median Home Value$46,000 ▼ 84% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$847/mo ↑ 20% since 2019
Total Units11,985
Vacant Units2,021
Avg HH Size2.44

Income Distribution

Under $25k
37%
$25k–50k
28%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
1%
Over $200k
1%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
94%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
3%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
33%
15–30 min
46%
30–45 min
15%
Over 45 min
5%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
5%
1940s–1950s
12%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
3%
2000+
76%

Summary

Total Units11,985
Vacant2,021
Owner Occupied49.2%
Renter Occupied50.8%
Avg HH Size2.44
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 43605 is in Toledo, OH, in Lucas County.
ZIP code 43605 is located in Ohio (OH).
ZIP code 43605 is in Lucas County, OH.
ZIP 43605 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 43605 is 24,432 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 43605 is $36,389 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 43605 is $46,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 43605

ZIP code 43605 is located in Toledo, Ohio, within Lucas County. With a population of 24,432, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33 years. Economically, 43605 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $36,389 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 43605 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $46,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $847 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.2%) and renters (50.8%). Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.

The population of 43605 is majority White (57.07%). Residents are less-educated — 19.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 36.6%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 43605 stands at 16.2%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.

Overall, ZIP code 43605 in Toledo, OH is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,432 residents, a median household income of $36,389, and a median home value of $46,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.