Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 54% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 194 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,052 (39.2%) |
| Some College | 1,948 (8.4%) |
| Associates | 2,592 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,187 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,118 (26.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,489 ▲ 8% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $190,766 ▼ 32% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $847/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,429 |
| Vacant Units | 701 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Putnam County is located in Ohio and encompasses 14 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 35,752 residents. With a median age of 40.3, it is a middle-aged county.
Putnam County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $82,488 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.0% is well below the national average.
Housing in Putnam County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $190,766 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $847. Homeownership rates are high at 85.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Putnam County are primarily White (90.69%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Putnam County, OH is a middle-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45827 | Cloverdale | 2,151 | $84,099 | $204,900 | $838 | 0.0% | 23.9% |
| 45830 | Columbus Grove | 5,403 | $78,449 | $168,200 | $815 | 3.1% | 37.3% |
| 45831 | Continental | 3,566 | $74,801 | $157,100 | $656 | 10.5% | 27.2% |
| 45844 | Fort Jennings | 2,905 | $90,917 | $225,900 | $740 | 1.1% | 39.3% |
| 45848 | Glandorf | 106 | $79,028 | $204,800 | — | 0.0% | 55.2% |
| 45853 | Kalida | 1,685 | $84,439 | $199,700 | $920 | 0.0% | 50.0% |
| 45856 | Leipsic | 5,290 | $87,292 | $167,400 | $1,116 | 2.2% | 41.9% |
| 45864 | Miller City | 185 | $76,250 | $164,100 | — | 0.0% | 46.4% |
| 45875 | Ottawa | 10,861 | $86,358 | $214,300 | $810 | 0.3% | 46.3% |
| 45876 | Ottoville | 913 | $75,250 | $231,700 | $876 | 4.3% | 46.7% |
| 45877 | Pandora | 2,452 | $67,153 | $167,500 | $857 | 1.6% | 46.7% |
| 45893 | Vaughnsville | 166 | $60,208 | $104,000 | — | 0.0% | 12.7% |