ZIP Code 45686, Ohio
ZIP Code 45686 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 45686 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Gallia County / Meigs County / Vinton County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,372. The land area covers 96.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,372 | ±644 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.1 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,303 | ±221 | 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 | 1,540 | ±239 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,303 | ±221 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 237 | ±120 |
| Median Home Value | $166,100 | ±$18,039 |
| Median Gross Rent | $924 | ±$157 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,030 | ±$2,721 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,064 | ±$3,730 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% | ±9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 496 | ±317 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±4.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,203 | ±325 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 67.9% | ±11.2% |
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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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-05 | Gallipolis, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Rio Grande, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Wellston, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Gallipolis, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Gallipolis, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gallipolis, 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 | 8.2 mi away | 351 Buckeye Hills Road, Rio Grande, OH, 45674-0157 |
7402455334
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SYLVESTER MEMORIAL WELLSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 135 E. SECOND ST., WELLSTON, OH, 45692 |
(740) 384-6660
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University of Rio Grande
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College | 8.8 mi away | 218 N College Ave, Rio Grande, OH, 45674 |
7402457206
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OAK HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 226 SOUTH FRONT STREET., OAK HILL, OH, 45656 |
(740) 682-6457
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JACKSON CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 21 BROADWAY ST., JACKSON, OH, 45640 |
(740) 286-4111
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DR. SAMUEL L. BOSSARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 7 SPRUCE ST., GALLIPOLIS, OH, 45631 |
(740) 446-7323
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MASON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 508 VIAND STREET, POINT PLEASANT, WV, 25550 |
(304) 675-0894
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MIDDLEPORT BRANCH
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 178 S. THIRD AVE., MIDDLEPORT, OH, 45760 |
(740) 992-5713
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WELLS BRANCH
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 5200 W WASHINGTON ST, ALBANY, OH, 45710 |
(740) 737-6030
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HERBERT WESCOAT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 12O N. MARKET ST., MCARTHUR, OH, 45651 |
(740) 596-5691
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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 CARPENTER 2 S, OH US, located 12.4 miles from ZCTA5 45686. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.5° | 21.5° | 30.5° | 3.23" | 5.6" |
| February | 43.2° | 22.5° | 32.9° | 3.25" | 4.5" |
| March | 53.4° | 30.3° | 41.8° | 3.88" | 3.3" |
| April | 65.8° | 39.9° | 52.9° | 3.73" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.1° | 49.7° | 61.9° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.1° | 57.9° | 69.5° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.6° | 61.5° | 73.1° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.6° | 60.1° | 72.3° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 52.2° | 65.5° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.0° | 40.7° | 53.8° | 3.12" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.3° | 31.8° | 43.1° | 2.82" | 0.9" |
| December | 44.1° | 26.0° | 35.0° | 3.36" | 3.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinton village | Village | 2.8 mi | — |
| Wilkesville village | Village | 5.1 mi | — |
| Bidwell CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Centerville (Thurman) village | Village | 8.8 mi | — |
| Rio Grande village | Village | 8.9 mi | — |
| Wellston city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 45686. • 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.