Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.8% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 254 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,048 (45.3%) |
| Some College | 3,477 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 3,055 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,475 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,089 (16.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,785 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,492 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $820/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,452 |
| Vacant Units | 3,001 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Guernsey County is located in Ohio and encompasses 14 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 39,150 residents. With a median age of 40.25, it is a middle-aged county.
Guernsey County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,785 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.1%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Guernsey County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $150,492 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $819. Homeownership rates are high at 72.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Guernsey County are primarily White (93.63%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Guernsey County, OH is a working-class area in Ohio. The 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43722 | Buffalo | 657 | $49,674 | $127,300 | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 43723 | Byesville | 4,490 | $48,656 | $108,600 | $747 | 8.6% | 25.0% |
| 43725 | Cambridge | 19,728 | $51,612 | $160,400 | $789 | 4.5% | 28.6% |
| 43732 | Cumberland | 1,837 | $58,214 | $132,100 | $638 | 4.0% | 23.1% |
| 43736 | Fairview | 23 | $77,500 | $90,000 | — | 16.7% | 0.0% |
| 43749 | Kimbolton | 2,177 | $57,530 | $123,800 | — | 6.6% | 22.5% |
| 43755 | Lore City | 1,561 | $61,492 | $184,400 | $1,058 | 4.3% | 30.6% |
| 43768 | Old Washington | 256 | $94,167 | $145,800 | $1,208 | 11.3% | 27.3% |
| 43772 | Pleasant City | 1,628 | $62,909 | $116,800 | $791 | 3.1% | 24.4% |
| 43773 | Quaker City | 2,798 | $53,188 | $123,100 | $982 | 0.2% | 27.5% |
| 43778 | Salesville | 1,595 | $74,231 | $202,600 | $957 | 4.4% | 26.9% |
| 43780 | Senecaville | 2,187 | $64,091 | $199,800 | $895 | 7.9% | 29.2% |