| ZIP Code | 44054 |
|---|---|
| City | Sheffield Lake |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Lorain County |
| Area Code | 436/440 |
| Elevation | 621 ft |
| Latitude | 41.4716 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.090338 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 37.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 19 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,160 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 1,358 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 1,371 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,096 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,441 (25.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,151 ≈ Avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $177,600 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,059/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,059 |
| Vacant Units | 332 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,059 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 332 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 44054 is located in Sheffield Lake, Ohio, within Lorain County. With a population of 12,733, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.8 years. Economically, 44054 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,151 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 44054 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $177,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,059 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 44054 is primarily White (88.11%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.4%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 44054 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 44054 in Sheffield Lake, OH is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,733 residents, a median household income of $73,151, and a median home value of $177,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.