US ZIP Code
45203

Cincinnati, OH

Hamilton County  ·  Ohio

● Active
👥 2,530 Population ↑ 15% since 2019
💰 $33,798 Median HH Income
▼ 56% below avg ↑ 94% since 2019
🎂 34.8 Median Age ↑ 7% since 2019
🏠 $296,100 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 32% since 2019
🎓 42.8% College Grads
▲ 10% above avg
📊 13.8% Unemployment
▲ 181% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code45203
CityCincinnati
StateOhio (OH)
CountyHamilton County
Area Code283/513
Elevation500 ft
Latitude39.105294
Longitude-84.533529
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS39061
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.9% (1,212) Female 52.1% (1,318) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 33.2%Hispanic: 3.1%Black: 54.4%Asian: 6.6%Other: 2.7%Race
White33.2%
Hispanic3.1%
Black54.4%
Asian6.6%
Other2.7%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
8%
5–17
13%
18–24
8%
25–44
42%
45–64
24%
65+
4%

Key Indicators

Median Age34.8 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.99
Below Poverty46.8% ▲ 368% above avg
College Grads42.8% ▲ 10% above avg
Unemployment13.8% ▲ 181% above avg
No HS Diploma42 (2.5%)
HS Graduate558 (33.2%)
Some College137 (8.2%)
Associates224 (13.3%)
Bachelors54 (3.2%)
Graduate Degree665 (39.6%)

Education

No HS: 2.5%HS Grad: 33.2%Some College: 8.2%Associates: 13.3%Bachelors: 3.2%Graduate: 39.6%Edu
No HS2.5%
HS Grad33.2%
Some College8.2%
Associates13.3%
Bachelors3.2%
Graduate39.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 32.8%Renter: 67.2%Tenure
Owner32.8%
Renter67.2%

Home Value Distribution

$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
7%
$200k–300k
45%
$300k–500k
47%

Financials

Median HH Income$33,798 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 94% since 2019
Median Home Value$296,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 32% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio8.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$749/mo ↑ 120% since 2019
Total Units1,283
Vacant Units90
Avg HH Size1.99

Income Distribution

Under $25k
47%
$25k–50k
11%
$75k–100k
6%
$100k–150k
13%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
16%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
57%
Public Transit
11%
Walked
16%
Work From Home
16%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
39%
15–30 min
25%
30–45 min
18%
Over 45 min
19%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
3%
1960s–1970s
1%
1980s–1990s
45%
2000+
50%

Summary

Total Units1,283
Vacant90
Owner Occupied32.8%
Renter Occupied67.2%
Avg HH Size1.99
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 45203 is in Cincinnati, OH, in Hamilton County.
ZIP code 45203 is located in Ohio (OH).
ZIP code 45203 is in Hamilton County, OH.
ZIP 45203 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 45203 is 2,530 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 45203 is $33,798 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 45203 is $296,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 45203

ZIP code 45203 is located in Cincinnati, Ohio, within Hamilton County. With a population of 2,530, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 45203 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $33,798 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 45203 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $296,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $749 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 67.2% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.

The population of 45203 is majority Black (54.35%). Residents are well-educated — 42.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 46.8%. Household income has grown by 94% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 45203 stands at 13.8%, which is more than double the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 53%.

Overall, ZIP code 45203 in Cincinnati, OH is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 2,530 residents, a median household income of $33,798, and a median home value of $296,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.