ZIP Code 45656, Ohio
ZIP Code 45656 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 45656 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Gallia County / Jackson County / Lawrence County / Scioto County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,013. The land area covers 133.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,013 | ±890 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,459 | ±264 | 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 | 2,994 | ±296 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,459 | ±264 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 535 | ±190 |
| Median Home Value | $116,700 | ±$24,843 |
| Median Gross Rent | $841 | ±$57 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,395 | ±$17,331 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,817 | ±$4,409 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% | ±8.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,487 | ±652 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,731 | ±471 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.5% | ±6.6% |
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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GUS Population: 28,886 (2024)
ID: 172251
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: G C ADMINISTRATOR
18 LOCUST ST, 1289, GALLIPOLIS OH 45631-1289
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | South Webster, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Rio Grande, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Beaver, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Beaver, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Beaver, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Beaver, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Jackson, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Jackson, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Jackson, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Jackson, 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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Buckeye Hills Career Center
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College Vocational | 11.0 mi away | 351 Buckeye Hills Road, Rio Grande, OH, 45674-0157 |
7402455334
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OAK HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 226 SOUTH FRONT STREET., OAK HILL, OH, 45656 |
(740) 682-6457
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University of Rio Grande
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College | 11.4 mi away | 218 N College Ave, Rio Grande, OH, 45674 |
7402457206
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SOUTH WEBSTER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 496 WEBSTER ST, SOUTH WEBSTER, OH, 45682 |
(740) 778-2122
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Scioto County Career Technical Center
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College Vocational | 20.9 mi away | 951 Vern Riffe Drive, Lucasville, OH, 45648-0766 |
7402595526
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JACKSON CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 21 BROADWAY ST., JACKSON, OH, 45640 |
(740) 286-4111
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Paramount Beauty Academy
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College | 23.0 mi away | 1745 11th St, Portsmouth, OH, 45662-4527 |
7403532436
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EASTERN BRANCH
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 310 THIRD ST, BEAVER, OH, 45613 |
(740) 226-4408
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Shawnee State University
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College | 23.9 mi away | 940 Second Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662 |
7403543205
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SYLVESTER MEMORIAL WELLSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 135 E. SECOND ST., WELLSTON, OH, 45692 |
(740) 384-6660
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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 WATERLOO, OH US, located 13.7 miles from ZCTA5 45656. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.1° | 20.3° | 30.7° | 3.28" | 5.0" |
| February | 45.2° | 22.2° | 33.7° | 3.15" | 3.9" |
| March | 54.4° | 29.1° | 41.7° | 4.19" | 2.2" |
| April | 67.0° | 37.8° | 52.4° | 3.69" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.0° | 48.7° | 61.8° | 4.45" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.6° | 57.5° | 70.1° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.1° | 61.9° | 74.0° | 5.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.1° | 59.9° | 72.5° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.1° | 52.2° | 65.6° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.7° | 39.5° | 53.6° | 3.10" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.3° | 29.8° | 42.6° | 2.94" | 0.4" |
| December | 45.5° | 25.0° | 35.3° | 3.72" | 2.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill village | Village | 1.9 mi | — |
| Centerville (Thurman) village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| South Webster village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
| Rio Grande village | Village | 11.4 mi | — |
| Jackson city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
| Minford CDP | CDP | 13.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 45656. • 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.