| ZIP Code | 44131 |
|---|---|
| City | Independence |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Cuyahoga County |
| Area Code | 216/436/440 |
| Elevation | 748 ft |
| Latitude | 41.383276 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.65469 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 3.6% ▼ 64% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.5% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 62 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,292 (28.1%) |
| Some College | 1,495 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 2,178 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,178 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,078 (39.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $98,838 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $252,400 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,512/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,861 |
| Vacant Units | 289 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,861 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 289 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 44131 is located in Independence, Ohio, within Cuyahoga County. With a population of 20,619, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.4 years. Economically, 44131 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $98,838 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 44131 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $252,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,512 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 44131 is primarily White (89.41%). Residents are well-educated — 47.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.6%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 44131 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 44131 in Independence, OH is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,619 residents, a median household income of $98,838, and a median home value of $252,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.