| ZIP Code | 45801 |
|---|---|
| City | Lima |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Allen County |
| Area Code | 419/567 |
| Elevation | 891 ft |
| Latitude | 40.772863 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.034098 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 20.1% ▲ 101% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 164 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,915 (44.1%) |
| Some College | 2,391 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 1,866 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,417 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,648 (12.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,442 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $111,600 ▼ 60% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $865/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,351 |
| Vacant Units | 1,050 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,351 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,050 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 45801 is located in Lima, Ohio, within Allen County. With a population of 21,431, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 45801 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $47,442 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 45801 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $111,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $865 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.9%) and renters (45.1%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 45801 is primarily White (70.79%). Residents are less-educated — 22.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.1%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 45801 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 45801 in Lima, OH is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 21,431 residents, a median household income of $47,442, and a median home value of $111,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.