| ZIP Code | 44001 |
|---|---|
| City | Amherst |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Lorain County |
| Area Code | 436/440 |
| Elevation | 764 ft |
| Latitude | 41.366331 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.259924 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.8% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 49 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,471 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 1,993 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 2,058 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,945 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,470 (29.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,050 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $221,300 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $947/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,547 |
| Vacant Units | 341 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,547 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 341 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 44001 is located in Amherst, Ohio, within Lorain County. With a population of 21,123, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 44001 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,050 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 44001 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $221,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $947 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 44001 is primarily White (87.08%). Residents are well-educated — 42.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 44001 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 44001 in Amherst, OH is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,123 residents, a median household income of $91,050, and a median home value of $221,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.