Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.4% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 664 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 24,696 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 9,180 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 8,515 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 7,128 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,811 (19.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,186 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,231 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $907/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 43,353 |
| Vacant Units | 3,750 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Allen County is located in Ohio and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 98,082 residents. With a median age of 39.22, it is a middle-aged county.
Allen County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,185 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Allen County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $145,231 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $906. Homeownership rates are high at 67.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Allen County are primarily White (79.99%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Allen County, OH is a solidly middle-class area in Ohio. The 13 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45808 | Beaverdam | 329 | $75,833 | $100,200 | $973 | 2.9% | 13.8% |
| 45817 | Bluffton | 5,820 | $82,784 | $195,100 | $842 | 4.7% | 45.7% |
| 45820 | Cairo | 600 | $79,643 | $107,900 | $850 | 1.6% | 32.5% |
| 45833 | Delphos | 10,822 | $66,919 | $156,000 | $822 | 3.8% | 37.4% |
| 45850 | Harrod | 3,763 | $82,454 | $177,900 | $1,264 | 7.6% | 28.2% |
| 45854 | Lafayette | 339 | $49,653 | $121,700 | $743 | 9.9% | 22.8% |
| 45801 | Lima | 21,431 | $47,442 | $111,600 | $865 | 6.7% | 22.9% |
| 45804 | Lima | 14,197 | $42,594 | $96,100 | $888 | 9.7% | 22.2% |
| 45805 | Lima | 24,746 | $65,954 | $153,700 | $944 | 7.1% | 35.6% |
| 45807 | Lima | 11,631 | $74,387 | $192,800 | $967 | 2.4% | 33.8% |
| 45887 | Spencerville | 4,335 | $62,838 | $185,400 | $808 | 4.7% | 20.0% |