| ZIP Code | 44072 |
|---|---|
| City | Novelty |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Geauga County |
| Area Code | 436/440 |
| Elevation | 1,125 ft |
| Latitude | 41.471152 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.32492 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 3.5% ▼ 65% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.5% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 19% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 961 (28.1%) |
| Some College | 308 (9%) |
| Associates | 251 (7.3%) |
| Bachelors | 230 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,665 (48.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,671 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $330,300 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,191/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,011 |
| Vacant Units | 58 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,011 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 58 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 44072 is located in Novelty, Ohio, within Geauga County. With a population of 5,028, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.9 years. Economically, 44072 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,671 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 44072 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $330,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,191 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 44072 is primarily White (87.21%). Residents are well-educated — 55.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.5%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 44072 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 44072 in Novelty, OH is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,028 residents, a median household income of $99,671, and a median home value of $330,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.