Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 17.6% ▲ 76% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 44% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,345 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 77,960 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 33,197 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 42,773 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 30,032 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 78,467 (29.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,537 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,230 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $942/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 197,364 |
| Vacant Units | 18,225 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lucas County is located in Ohio and encompasses 42 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 420,854 residents. With a median age of 38.1, it is a middle-aged county.
Lucas County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,537 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lucas County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $154,230 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $941. Homeownership rates are high at 61.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lucas County are majority White (66.22%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lucas County, OH is a solidly middle-class area in Ohio. The 42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43504 | Berkey | 1,086 | $87,750 | $223,900 | $591 | 8.3% | 36.2% |
| 43434 | Harbor View | 106 | $69,688 | $106,300 | — | 0.0% | 27.0% |
| 43528 | Holland | 16,702 | $92,188 | $246,500 | $1,030 | 3.5% | 47.6% |
| 43537 | Maumee | 29,639 | $85,919 | $235,200 | $1,017 | 5.8% | 55.3% |
| 43542 | Monclova | 4,485 | $167,321 | $423,000 | $1,175 | 3.0% | 62.0% |
| 43616 | Oregon | 20,420 | $82,105 | $190,500 | $876 | 3.2% | 35.8% |
| 43560 | Sylvania | 32,950 | $104,865 | $262,200 | $1,102 | 3.4% | 63.5% |
| 43604 | Toledo | 9,708 | $18,980 | $59,300 | $499 | 14.1% | 25.3% |
| 43605 | Toledo | 24,432 | $36,389 | $46,000 | $847 | 16.2% | 19.6% |
| 43606 | Toledo | 24,630 | $60,308 | $165,600 | $938 | 6.1% | 50.1% |
| 43607 | Toledo | 19,969 | $37,442 | $73,300 | $881 | 11.5% | 31.4% |
| 43608 | Toledo | 14,158 | $28,535 | $41,100 | $828 | 11.7% | 22.5% |
| 43609 | Toledo | 20,495 | $42,510 | $58,700 | $913 | 9.7% | 25.9% |
| 43610 | Toledo | 4,057 | $38,369 | $73,400 | $895 | 10.8% | 32.6% |
| 43611 | Toledo | 18,863 | $58,135 | $117,400 | $832 | 5.4% | 29.3% |
| 43612 | Toledo | 28,231 | $50,484 | $89,700 | $976 | 7.3% | 26.0% |
| 43613 | Toledo | 30,597 | $63,425 | $125,300 | $895 | 6.2% | 34.6% |
| 43614 | Toledo | 29,396 | $57,253 | $160,600 | $887 | 5.6% | 45.0% |
| 43615 | Toledo | 40,813 | $58,466 | $137,300 | $1,014 | 5.4% | 40.4% |
| 43617 | Toledo | 8,586 | $131,935 | $271,900 | $1,145 | 8.0% | 64.6% |
| 43620 | Toledo | 5,039 | $21,405 | $115,600 | $584 | 14.1% | 37.5% |
| 43623 | Toledo | 20,360 | $65,908 | $167,500 | $933 | 7.3% | 41.7% |
| 43566 | Waterville | 8,350 | $108,497 | $283,500 | $1,378 | 3.2% | 57.5% |
| 43571 | Whitehouse | 7,166 | $99,435 | $288,800 | $923 | 1.7% | 51.5% |