US ZIP Code
45701

Athens, OH

Athens County  ·  Ohio

● Active
👥 33,501 Population ↓ 8% since 2019
💰 $49,604 Median HH Income
▼ 35% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019
🎂 23.7 Median Age ↑ 6% since 2019
🏠 $217,700 Median Home Value
▼ 22% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
🎓 63.0% College Grads
▲ 63% above avg
📊 6.9% Unemployment
▲ 42% above avg ↓ 8% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code45701
CityAthens
StateOhio (OH)
CountyAthens County
Area Code220/740
Elevation885 ft
Latitude39.311687
Longitude-82.073928
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS39009
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.7% (16,643) Female 50.3% (16,858) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 84.2%Hispanic: 3.2%Black: 3.4%Asian: 3.6%Other: 5.4%Race
White84.2%
Hispanic3.2%
Black3.4%
Asian3.6%
Other5.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
3%
5–17
9%
18–24
41%
25–44
21%
45–64
16%
65+
5%

Key Indicators

Median Age23.7 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.32
Below Poverty24.2% ▲ 142% above avg
College Grads63.0% ▲ 63% above avg
Unemployment6.9% ▲ 42% above avg
No HS Diploma16 (0.1%)
HS Graduate2,224 (16.1%)
Some College1,149 (8.3%)
Associates1,737 (12.5%)
Bachelors956 (6.9%)
Graduate Degree7,765 (56.1%)

Education

No HS: 0.1%HS Grad: 16.1%Some College: 8.3%Associates: 12.5%Bachelors: 6.9%Graduate: 56.1%Edu
No HS0.1%
HS Grad16.1%
Some College8.3%
Associates12.5%
Bachelors6.9%
Graduate56.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 52.3%Renter: 47.7%Tenure
Owner52.3%
Renter47.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
8%
$50k–100k
9%
$100k–150k
7%
$150k–200k
19%
$200k–300k
29%
$300k–500k
18%
Over $500k
9%

Financials

Median HH Income$49,604 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019
Median Home Value$217,700 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,018/mo ↑ 18% since 2019
Total Units13,230
Vacant Units1,775
Avg HH Size2.32

Income Distribution

Under $25k
33%
$25k–50k
15%
$50k–75k
13%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
13%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
61%
Public Transit
2%
Walked
20%
Work From Home
17%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
60%
15–30 min
25%
30–45 min
6%
Over 45 min
9%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
14%
1980s–1990s
17%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units13,230
Vacant1,775
Owner Occupied52.3%
Renter Occupied47.7%
Avg HH Size2.32
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 45701 is in Athens, OH, in Athens County.
ZIP code 45701 is located in Ohio (OH).
ZIP code 45701 is in Athens County, OH.
ZIP 45701 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 45701 is 33,501 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 45701 is $49,604 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 45701 is $217,700 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 45701

ZIP code 45701 is located in Athens, Ohio, within Athens County. With a population of 33,501, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 23.7 years. Economically, 45701 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,604 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 45701 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $217,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,018 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.3%) and renters (47.7%). Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.

The population of 45701 is primarily White (84.19%). Residents are highly educated — 63.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.2%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 45701 stands at 6.9%, which is above the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.

Overall, ZIP code 45701 in Athens, OH is characterized as working-class, highly educated, and a young community. With 33,501 residents, a median household income of $49,604, and a median home value of $217,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.