45843 ZIP Code – Forest, Ohio
Located in Forest, Ohio, ZIP code 45843 is a small ZIP code within Hardin County with a population of approximately 3,769 residents. The median household income is $66,250 — near the Ohio average and near the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $145,300, well below the national average, with 75.8% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $851, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 90% single-family (increasing).
The unemployment rate is 5.6%, near the national average. About 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line, near the national rate. 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the U.S. average. At 41.8, the median age is near the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 45836, 43330, 45897.
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ZIP 45843 vs. Ohio vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 45843 | OH Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,769 | 9,667 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $66k | $68k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $145k | $170k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $851 | $889 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 41.8 | 41.7 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% | 13.2% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 14.1% | 22.5% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 45836 – Dunkirk
- 43330 – Kirby
- 45897 – Williamstown
- 43359 – Wharton
- 45867 – Mount Blanchard
- 45835 – Dola
- 45814 – Arlington
- 43326 – Kenton
- 43351 – Upper Sandusky
- 45841 – Jenera
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45836 | DUNKIRK | 1,435 | $51,042 |
| 43330 | KIRBY | 48 | $62,500 |
| 45897 | WILLIAMSTOWN | 99 | Not provided |
| 43359 | WHARTON | 618 | $54,844 |
| 45867 | MOUNT BLANCHARD | 1,001 | $79,500 |