| ZIP Code | 44017 |
|---|---|
| City | Berea |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Cuyahoga County |
| Area Code | 436/440 |
| Elevation | 789 ft |
| Latitude | 41.370548 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.861757 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.4% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 27 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,868 (25.4%) |
| Some College | 1,306 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 1,724 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,066 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,282 (38%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,044 ≈ Avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $187,800 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $981/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,359 |
| Vacant Units | 350 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,359 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 350 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 44017 is located in Berea, Ohio, within Cuyahoga County. With a population of 18,378, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.5 years. Economically, 44017 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,044 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 44017 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $187,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $981 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 44017 is primarily White (79.09%). Residents are well-educated — 47.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 44017 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 44017 in Berea, OH is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,378 residents, a median household income of $72,044, and a median home value of $187,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.