| ZIP Code | 44145 |
|---|---|
| City | Westlake |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Cuyahoga County |
| Area Code | 436/440 |
| Elevation | 726 ft |
| Latitude | 41.449531 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.930162 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 135 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,720 (15.7%) |
| Some College | 1,579 (6.6%) |
| Associates | 2,622 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 1,651 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,041 (59.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $110,101 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $336,100 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,480/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,781 |
| Vacant Units | 1,207 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,781 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,207 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 44145 is located in Westlake, Ohio, within Cuyahoga County. With a population of 34,036, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.1 years. Economically, 44145 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,101 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 44145 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $336,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,480 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 44145 is primarily White (84.55%). Residents are highly educated — 66.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 44145 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 44145 in Westlake, OH is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 34,036 residents, a median household income of $110,101, and a median home value of $336,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.