ZIP Code 44859, Ohio
ZIP Code 44859 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 44859 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ashland County / Lorain County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,989. The land area covers 31.07 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,989 | ±543 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.9 yrs | ±13 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 844 | ±178 | 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 | 851 | ±178 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 844 | ±178 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 7 | ±12 |
| Median Home Value | $209,100 | ±$29,157 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,750 | ±$17,044 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,131 | ±$4,610 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 54 | ±46 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 990 | ±405 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.6% | ±10.9% |
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 ASHLAND
GUS Population: 52,420 (2024)
ID: 132366
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
110 COTTAGE ST, ASHLAND OH 44805-2114
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sullivan, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Sullivan, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Sullivan, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Ashland, 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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Ashland University
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College | 11.1 mi away | 401 College Avenue, Ashland, OH, 44805 |
8008821548
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NEW LONDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 67 S. MAIN ST., NEW LONDON, OH, 44851 |
(419) 929-3981
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Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center
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College Vocational | 15.6 mi away | 1783 State Route 60, Ashland, OH, 44805-9377 |
4192893313
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GREENWICH BRANCH
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 4 NEW ST, GREENWICH, OH, 44837 |
(419) 752-7331
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Lorain County Joint Vocational School District
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College Vocational | 17.7 mi away | 15181 St Rte 58 S, Oberlin, OH, 44074 |
440774105122322
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ASHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 224 CLAREMONT AVE., ASHLAND, OH, 44805 |
(419) 289-8188
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Madison Adult Career Center
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College | 18.4 mi away | 600 Esley Ln, Mansfield, OH, 44905 |
41958963638632
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ASHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 224 CLAREMONT AVE, ASHLAND, OH, 44805 |
(419) 289-8188
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Pioneer Career and Technology Center
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College Vocational | 19.5 mi away | 27 Ryan Rd, Shelby, OH, 44875 |
419347774442302
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CRESTVIEW BRANCH
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 1575 ST RT 96 E, ASHLAND, OH, 44805 |
(419) 895-0010
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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 MANSFIELD LAHM MUNI AP, OH US, located 17.0 miles from ZCTA5 44859. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.0° | 19.1° | 26.5° | 3.22" | 14.5" |
| February | 37.0° | 21.2° | 29.1° | 2.53" | 12.7" |
| March | 46.9° | 28.7° | 37.8° | 3.34" | 7.6" |
| April | 60.4° | 38.9° | 49.7° | 4.27" | 1.9" |
| May | 71.1° | 49.6° | 60.3° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.4° | 58.6° | 69.0° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.8° | 62.3° | 72.6° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.2° | 60.8° | 71.0° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.0° | 53.7° | 64.4° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.8° | 43.1° | 53.0° | 3.16" | 0.5" |
| November | 49.6° | 33.4° | 41.5° | 3.15" | 2.3" |
| December | 38.6° | 25.0° | 31.8° | 3.02" | 9.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
| Bailey Lakes village | Village | 5.3 mi | — |
| New London village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Sullivan CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Rochester village | Village | 7.2 mi | — |
| Cinnamon Lake CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 44859. • 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.