Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.1% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,222 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 33,595 (40.6%) |
| Some College | 13,767 (16.6%) |
| Associates | 9,947 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 8,579 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,584 (18.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,613 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,292 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $802/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 55,657 |
| Vacant Units | 4,373 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Richland County is located in Ohio and encompasses 14 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 128,966 residents. With a median age of 40.82, it is a middle-aged county.
Richland County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,613 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Richland County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $154,292 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $802. Homeownership rates are high at 69.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Richland County are primarily White (84.42%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Richland County, OH is a solidly middle-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44813 | Bellville | 7,816 | $81,214 | $210,300 | $757 | 3.5% | 34.7% |
| 44822 | Butler | 4,119 | $66,816 | $214,900 | $948 | 0.3% | 28.2% |
| 44843 | Lucas | 2,732 | $89,139 | $201,300 | $743 | 5.4% | 35.8% |
| 44902 | Mansfield | 4,876 | $31,619 | $58,500 | $842 | 7.9% | 14.1% |
| 44903 | Mansfield | 26,804 | $65,421 | $177,900 | $811 | 5.5% | 30.2% |
| 44904 | Mansfield | 14,057 | $61,458 | $197,200 | $767 | 3.6% | 40.4% |
| 44905 | Mansfield | 16,254 | $55,716 | $111,000 | $859 | 5.9% | 16.8% |
| 44906 | Mansfield | 17,059 | $51,358 | $127,700 | $783 | 5.5% | 33.3% |
| 44907 | Mansfield | 15,157 | $44,033 | $130,400 | $788 | 4.2% | 29.0% |
| 44865 | Plymouth | 3,123 | $73,173 | $142,600 | $871 | 7.1% | 31.8% |
| 44875 | Shelby | 14,026 | $60,669 | $146,500 | $727 | 4.4% | 26.8% |
| 44878 | Shiloh | 2,943 | $79,620 | $181,700 | $947 | 1.1% | 20.5% |