ZIP Code 45697, Ohio
ZIP Code 45697 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 45697 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Adams County / Brown County / Highland County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,222. The land area covers 96.61 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,222 | ±1,004 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,792 | ±282 | 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 | 2,074 | ±291 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,792 | ±282 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 282 | ±151 |
| Median Home Value | $205,900 | ±$25,843 |
| Median Gross Rent | $595 | ±$219 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,439 | ±$6,969 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,067 | ±$2,956 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 389 | ±137 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,280 | ±496 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±2.8% |
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: 27,671 (2024)
ID: 172239
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONERS CLERK
110 W MAIN ST, RM 120, WEST UNION OH 45693-1393
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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 | Hillsboro, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winchester, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Winchester, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Georgetown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Georgetown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Mount Orab, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Mount Orab, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Seaman, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Seaman, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | West Union, 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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Southern State Community College
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College | 21.3 mi away | 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro, OH, 45133-9406 |
9373933431
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NORTH ADAMS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 2469 MOORE ROAD, SEAMAN, OH, 45679 |
(937) 386-2556
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Maysville Community and Technical College
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College | 22.3 mi away | 1755 U.S. Hwy 68, Maysville, KY, 41056 |
6067597141
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RUSSELLVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 280 W MAIN ST, RUSSELLVILLE, OH, 45168 |
(937) 377-2700
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Brown & Clermont Adult Career Campuses
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College Vocational | 22.7 mi away | 718 West Plane Street, Bethel, OH, 45106 |
9373786131401
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SARDINIA BRANCH
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 13309 PURDY RD, SARDINIA, OH, 45171 |
(937) 446-1565
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WEST UNION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 212 E. SPARKS ST., WEST UNION, OH, 45693 |
(937) 544-2591
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MARY P. SHELTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 200 W. GRANT AVE., GEORGETOWN, OH, 45121 |
(937) 378-3197
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PEEBLES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 157 HIGH ST., PEEBLES, OH, 45660 |
(937) 587-2085
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MT ORAB LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 613 S HIGH ST, MT. ORAB, OH, 45154 |
(937) 444-1414
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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 RIPLEY EXP FARM, OH US, located 12.0 miles from ZCTA5 45697. 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° | 17.2° | 28.3° | 3.42" | 6.5" |
| February | 43.5° | 20.0° | 31.8° | 3.21" | 5.2" |
| March | 53.2° | 26.9° | 40.1° | 4.10" | 2.7" |
| April | 65.6° | 36.9° | 51.2° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.6° | 48.3° | 61.4° | 5.26" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.5° | 56.5° | 69.5° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.8° | 60.4° | 73.1° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.3° | 57.9° | 71.6° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.4° | 49.9° | 64.6° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.3° | 39.0° | 53.1° | 3.77" | 0.1" |
| November | 53.9° | 30.3° | 42.1° | 3.26" | 0.6" |
| December | 43.8° | 21.4° | 32.6° | 3.86" | 2.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester village | Village | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cherry Fork CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Seaman village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Lake Waynoka CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Russellville village | Village | 7.6 mi | — |
| Sardinia village | Village | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 45697. • 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.