ZIP Code 45843, Ohio
ZIP Code 45843 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 45843 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hancock County / Hardin County / Wyandot County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,184. The land area covers 100.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,184 | ±603 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs | ±5.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,613 | ±244 | 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 | 1,756 | ±237 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,613 | ±244 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 143 | ±80 |
| Median Home Value | $176,200 | ±$14,275 |
| Median Gross Rent | $920 | ±$196 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,541 | ±$8,456 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,166 | ±$5,315 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% | ±5.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 557 | ±234 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,226 | ±387 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.1% | ±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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COUNTY OF HANCOCK
GUS Population: 75,016 (2024)
ID: 132371
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
300 S MAIN ST, FINDLAY OH 45840-3345
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Ada, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ada, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Arlington, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Arlington, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Carey, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Carey, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Rawson, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Rawson, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Upper Sandusky, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Kenton, 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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Ohio Northern University
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College | 14.8 mi away | 525 S. Main St, Ada, OH, 45810-1599 |
4197722000
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FOREST-JACKSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 102 W. LIMA ST, FOREST, OH, 45843 |
(419) 273-2400
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Winebrenner Theological Seminary
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College | 19.2 mi away | 950 North Main Street - 2nd Floor, Findlay, OH, 45840 |
4194344200
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HARDIN NORTHERN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 153 N. MAIN ST., DUNKIRK, OH, 45836 |
(419) 759-3558
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The University of Findlay
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College | 19.3 mi away | 1000 North Main Street, Findlay, OH, 45840-3653 |
8004729502
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ARLINGTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 232 N. MAIN, ARLINGTON, OH, 45814 |
(419) 365-5755
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Bluffton University
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College | 20.0 mi away | 1 University Drive, Bluffton, OH, 45817-2104 |
4193583000
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MARY LOU JOHNSON-HARDIN CNTY PL
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 325 E. COLUMBUS ST., KENTON, OH, 44326 |
(419) 673-2278
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UPPER SANDUSKY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 301 N. SANDUSKY AVE., UPPER SANDUSKY, OH, 43351 |
(419) 294-1345
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DORCAS CAREY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 236 E. FINDLAY ST., CAREY, OH, 43316 |
(419) 396-7921
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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 KENTON, OH US, located 10.0 miles from ZCTA5 45843. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.7° | 18.3° | 25.5° | 2.63" | 9.3" |
| February | 36.3° | 20.5° | 28.4° | 2.55" | 7.4" |
| March | 46.9° | 28.9° | 37.9° | 2.78" | 4.5" |
| April | 60.1° | 39.2° | 49.7° | 3.69" | 0.3" |
| May | 71.5° | 50.2° | 60.8° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.6° | 60.4° | 70.5° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.0° | 64.0° | 74.0° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.6° | 61.9° | 72.3° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.5° | 54.3° | 65.4° | 3.11" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.6° | 42.7° | 53.2° | 2.62" | 0.1" |
| November | 49.7° | 32.7° | 41.2° | 2.94" | 0.7" |
| December | 37.8° | 23.8° | 30.8° | 2.76" | 3.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patterson village | Village | 1.1 mi | — |
| Forest village | Village | 2.1 mi | — |
| Dunkirk village | Village | 5.0 mi | — |
| Wharton village | Village | 6.7 mi | — |
| Kirby village | Village | 6.9 mi | — |
| Mount Blanchard village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 45843. • 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.