Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 40.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 842 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 35,053 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 13,374 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 13,889 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 10,980 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 31,213 (29.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,113 ▲ 13% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $256,125 ▼ 8% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,044/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 66,137 |
| Vacant Units | 4,290 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Licking County is located in Ohio and encompasses 20 ZIP codes spanning 18 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 163,114 residents. With a median age of 40.18, it is a middle-aged county.
Licking County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $86,113 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.0% is near the national average.
Housing in Licking County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $256,125 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,043. Homeownership rates are high at 73.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Licking County are primarily White (88.31%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Licking County, OH is a middle-income area in Ohio. The 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43001 | Alexandria | 2,639 | $84,107 | $343,100 | $1,213 | 7.2% | 45.3% |
| 43721 | Brownsville | 316 | $73,665 | $65,300 | — | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| 43008 | Buckeye Lake | 2,419 | $82,750 | $157,100 | $920 | 2.9% | 29.7% |
| 43013 | Croton | 1,680 | $148,125 | $366,300 | $1,094 | 2.7% | 41.1% |
| 43018 | Etna | 82 | $69,028 | — | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 43023 | Granville | 15,772 | $136,127 | $428,900 | $1,094 | 2.2% | 62.5% |
| 43740 | Gratiot | 264 | $67,500 | $122,600 | $819 | 11.6% | 25.3% |
| 43056 | Heath | 17,485 | $76,833 | $229,900 | $1,109 | 3.1% | 38.0% |
| 43025 | Hebron | 5,500 | $85,809 | $262,800 | $817 | 4.0% | 30.2% |
| 43030 | Jacksontown | 232 | $209,861 | $665,000 | — | 0.0% | 26.4% |
| 43031 | Johnstown | 13,900 | $109,652 | $341,300 | $1,005 | 2.4% | 51.0% |
| 43033 | Kirkersville | 413 | $68,333 | $158,300 | $1,133 | 3.2% | 14.7% |
| 43055 | Newark | 62,697 | $61,807 | $185,300 | $920 | 3.2% | 34.0% |
| 43062 | Pataskala | 31,822 | $100,450 | $292,100 | $1,334 | 2.4% | 43.2% |
| 43071 | Saint Louisville | 2,424 | $99,400 | $198,400 | $692 | 0.5% | 32.9% |
| 43080 | Utica | 5,309 | $82,639 | $221,200 | $852 | 3.0% | 34.0% |