ZIP Code 43968, Ohio
ZIP Code 43968 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 43968 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Columbiana County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,623. The land area covers 33.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,623 | ±480 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,077 | ±284 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,360 | ±325 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,077 | ±284 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 | ±129 |
| Median Home Value | $102,500 | ±$10,524 |
| Median Gross Rent | $865 | ±$149 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,200 | ±$8,419 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,748 | ±$5,771 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.4% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,260 | ±284 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,251 | ±415 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.8% | ±5.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF COLUMBIANA
GUS Population: 99,823 (2024)
ID: 172247
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
105 S MARKET ST, LISBON OH 44432-1255
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Chester, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Beaver Falls, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | East Liverpool, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | Lisbon, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Columbiana, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Columbiana, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Columbiana, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Kent State University at East Liverpool
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College | 5.7 mi away | 400 E 4th St, East Liverpool, OH, 43920 |
3303853805
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WELLSVILLE CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 115 NINTH ST., WELLSVILLE, OH, 43968 |
(330) 532-1526
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East Ohio College
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College | 6.7 mi away | 15258 State Route 170, East Liverpool, OH, 43920-9585 |
3303851070
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CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 219 E. FOURTH ST., EAST LIVERPOOL, OH, 43920 |
(330) 385-2048
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John D Rockefeller IV Career Center
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College Vocational | 7.6 mi away | 80 Rockefeller Circle, New Cumberland, WV, 26047 |
3045649006
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LYNN MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 625 RAILROAD STREET, CHESTER, WV, 26034 |
(304) 387-1010
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Columbiana County Career and Technical Center
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College Vocational | 10.0 mi away | 9364 St Rt 45, Lisbon, OH, 44432 |
3304249561116
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SWANEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 210 S. COURT STREET, NEW CUMBERLAND, WV, 26047 |
(304) 564-3471
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Eastern Gateway Community College
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College | 17.7 mi away | 110 John Scott Highway, Steubenville, OH, 43952-3598 |
7402645591
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LEPPER LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 303 E. LINCOLN WAY, LISBON, OH, 44432 |
(330) 424-3117
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEW CUMBERLAND L/D, WV US, located 7.9 miles from ZCTA5 43968. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.8° | 20.9° | 28.9° | 3.13" | — |
| February | 39.8° | 22.4° | 31.1° | 2.56" | — |
| March | 48.7° | 29.3° | 39.0° | 3.31" | — |
| April | 62.1° | 39.5° | 50.8° | 3.64" | — |
| May | 71.9° | 49.4° | 60.7° | 4.04" | — |
| June | 79.7° | 58.5° | 69.1° | 4.44" | — |
| July | 83.6° | 63.3° | 73.5° | 4.04" | — |
| August | 82.4° | 62.4° | 72.4° | 3.63" | — |
| September | 76.1° | 55.7° | 65.9° | 3.87" | — |
| October | 64.4° | 44.2° | 54.3° | 3.03" | — |
| November | 51.8° | 34.3° | 43.1° | 2.90" | — |
| December | 41.0° | 26.6° | 33.8° | 3.10" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellsville village | Village | 2.5 mi | — |
| Glenmoor CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| La Croft CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Irondale village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Newell CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| East Liverpool city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 43968. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.