ZIP Code 44878, Ohio
ZIP Code 44878 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 44878 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ashland County / Huron County / Richland County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,712. The land area covers 57.96 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,712 | ±502 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32 yrs | ±9.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 829 | ±136 | 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 | 941 | ±158 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 829 | ±136 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 112 | ±101 |
| Median Home Value | $179,500 | ±$69,259 |
| Median Gross Rent | $604 | ±$103 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,821 | ±$16,660 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,932 | ±$10,842 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 145 | ±119 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,058 | ±218 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 68% | ±6.5% |
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 | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ontario, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Crestline, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Crestline, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Crestline, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | 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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Pioneer Career and Technology Center
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College Vocational | 8.5 mi away | 27 Ryan Rd, Shelby, OH, 44875 |
419347774442302
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CRESTVIEW BRANCH
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 1575 ST RT 96 E, ASHLAND, OH, 44805 |
(419) 895-0010
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North Central State College
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College | 11.0 mi away | 2441 Kenwood Circle, Mansfield, OH, 44906-0698 |
4197554800
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GREENWICH BRANCH
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 4 NEW ST, GREENWICH, OH, 44837 |
(419) 752-7331
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Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus
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College | 11.1 mi away | 1760 University Drive, Mansfield, OH, 44906 |
4197554317
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PLYMOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 29 W. BROADWAY, PLYMOUTH, OH, 44865 |
(419) 687-5655
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Ashland University
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College | 12.1 mi away | 401 College Avenue, Ashland, OH, 44805 |
8008821548
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MARVIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 29 W. WHITNEY, SHELBY, OH, 44875 |
(419) 347-5576
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Madison Adult Career Center
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College | 12.6 mi away | 600 Esley Ln, Mansfield, OH, 44905 |
41958963638632
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NEW LONDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 67 S. MAIN ST., NEW LONDON, OH, 44851 |
(419) 929-3981
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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 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 44878. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shiloh village | Village | 4.4 mi | — |
| Greenwich village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Savannah village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| Plymouth village | Village | 8.3 mi | — |
| Bailey Lakes village | Village | 8.5 mi | — |
| Shelby city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 44878. • 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.