US ZIP Code
45780

The Plains, OH

Athens County  ·  Ohio

● Active
👥 2,653 Population ↓ 14% since 2019
💰 $51,789 Median HH Income
▼ 32% below avg ↑ 56% since 2019
🎂 61.0 Median Age ↑ 23% since 2019
🏠 $246,400 Median Home Value
▼ 12% below avg ↑ 86% since 2019
🎓 39.8% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 6.8% Unemployment
▲ 38% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code45780
CityThe Plains
StateOhio (OH)
CountyAthens County
Area Code220/740
Elevation763 ft
Latitude39.370424
Longitude-82.130958
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS39009
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 39.7% (1,054) Female 60.3% (1,599) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 96.5%Hispanic: 0.6%Black: 0.2%Other: 2.7%Race
White96.5%
Hispanic0.6%
Black0.2%
Other2.7%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
3%
5–17
3%
18–24
4%
25–44
20%
45–64
29%
65+
29%

Key Indicators

Median Age61.0 yrs ↑ 23% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.67
Below Poverty19.6% ▲ 96% above avg
College Grads39.8% ≈ Avg
Unemployment6.8% ▲ 38% above avg
No HS Diploma103 (4.7%)
HS Graduate749 (34.2%)
Some College252 (11.5%)
Associates213 (9.7%)
Bachelors199 (9.1%)
Graduate Degree671 (30.7%)

Education

No HS: 4.7%HS Grad: 34.2%Some College: 11.5%Associates: 9.7%Bachelors: 9.1%Graduate: 30.7%Edu
No HS4.7%
HS Grad34.2%
Some College11.5%
Associates9.7%
Bachelors9.1%
Graduate30.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

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

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
4%
$100k–150k
4%
$150k–200k
16%
$200k–300k
32%
$300k–500k
30%
Over $500k
11%

Financials

Median HH Income$51,789 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 56% since 2019
Median Home Value$246,400 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 86% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$895/mo ↑ 18% since 2019
Total Units1,652
Vacant Units117
Avg HH Size1.67

Income Distribution

Under $25k
27%
$25k–50k
21%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
20%
$150k–200k
3%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
84%
Walked
5%
Work From Home
11%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
58%
15–30 min
17%
30–45 min
13%
Over 45 min
11%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
4%
1960s–1970s
20%
1980s–1990s
23%
2000+
53%

Summary

Total Units1,652
Vacant117
Owner Occupied52.3%
Renter Occupied47.7%
Avg HH Size1.67
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 45780 is in The Plains, OH, in Athens County.
ZIP code 45780 is located in Ohio (OH).
ZIP code 45780 is in Athens County, OH.
ZIP 45780 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 45780 is 2,653 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 45780 is $51,789 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 45780 is $246,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 45780

ZIP code 45780 is located in The Plains, Ohio, within Athens County. With a population of 2,653, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61 years. Economically, 45780 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,789 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 45780 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $246,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $895 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 86% since 2019.

The population of 45780 is primarily White (96.49%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.6%. Household income has grown by 56% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 45780 stands at 6.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.

Overall, ZIP code 45780 in The Plains, OH is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and an older community. With 2,653 residents, a median household income of $51,789, and a median home value of $246,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.