ZIP Code 43004 in Blacklick, OH

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Blacklick, Ohio
County:Franklin County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:48:43 PM
Population:29,982 [See All]
Area Codes:380 / 614
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:40.0151, -82.8053
Land Area:12.502 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 43004 has 29,982 residents and 10,794 households (average 2.78 persons per household). The median age is 34.8 years, younger than the state (39.8) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.9% male and 52.1% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (53.1%, much lower than the state average of 77.0% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (26.2%, much higher than the state average of 12.5% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 4.1%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (12.5%) and national averages (12.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:29,982Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:31,416Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:33,832Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2,398.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$101,308Source: Census ACS
Households:10,794Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$297,500Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.78Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.83Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--22,94324,28824,35024,62524,46425,47325,76826,13927,22727,97230,90131,00231,416
Decennial Census22,727------------------29,982------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 34.8

Male Median Age: 34

Female Median Age: 35.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,2001,2381,0919658098851,2361,2261,13899684180167152133621212683
Female1,1961,2171,1239108261,0371,3721,3201,2231,116953848806663427292149129
Total2,3962,4552,2141,8751,6351,9222,6082,5462,3612,1121,7941,6491,4771,184763504275212
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:15,91754.36%
Black:7,84126.78%
Hispanic:*1,2424.24%
Asian:3,72812.73%
American Indian:550.19%
Hawaiian:150.05%
Other:4831.65%
Total:29,281100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:14,37547.95%34.0 years
Females:15,60752.05%35.4 years
Total:29,982100%34.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:24,94279.39%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:3831.22%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3,94312.55%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2,14819.39%
Total Population:31,416100%
Total Native Population:25,32580.61%
Total Foreign-born Population:6,09119.39%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $101,308, which is much higher than the state median ($69,680), is up $32,430 (47.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $24,165. Family households earn a median of $117,250 versus $63,469 for nonfamily households (a difference of $53,781). By gender, male median income is $72,863 and female is $65,750, which is considerably higher than the state female median ($50,654), with a current gap of $7,113 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 73.0%, which is far greater than the state rate (63.3%). The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (49.6%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$68,878$69,510$71,060$70,809$66,633$70,319$73,854$76,729$77,143$84,363$89,318$100,493$101,308
Median Family Income$81,123$80,608$85,041$87,351$84,675$87,555$89,302$91,888$92,437$98,576$104,632$117,500$117,250
Median NonFamily Income$46,089$45,663$40,909$46,140$50,352$50,542$59,430$57,952$52,764$53,485$56,483$54,756$63,469
Median Male Income$50,012$51,997$51,765$53,551$55,658$55,771$55,842$60,496$60,658$58,750$69,772$74,021$72,863
Median Female Income$37,220$41,192$43,924$47,877$49,224$49,251$50,969$51,035$50,407$50,413$53,781$58,962$65,750
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:16,74971.30%
Unemployed:4011.71%
Not In Labor Force:6,34126.99%
Total:23,491100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:8,30349.57%
Service:2,30013.73%
Sales and Office:3,33319.90%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:4742.83%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,33913.97%
Total Civilian Employed Population:16,749100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $297,500, which is considerably higher than the state median ($199,200), is up $124,600 (72.06%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $105,300. The median gross rent is $1,393, which is much higher than the state median ($988), is up $539 (63.11%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $406. Of occupied housing, owners make up 78.40% (78.93% with a mortgage, 21.07% free-and-clear) and renters 21.60% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 2.20%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$172,900$165,100$160,700$160,700$156,600$159,300$168,400$177,600$192,200$209,300$227,800$270,200$297,500
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1536.39%
$500 to $999:27711.56%
$1,000 to $1,499:97040.48%
$1,500 to $1,999:67128.01%
$2,000 to $2,499:26010.85%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:80.33%
No Rent:572.38%
Total:2,396100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$854$901$872$891$865$888$920$978$987$968$1,147$1,298$1,393
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):6,86561.88%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,83316.52%
Renter Occupied:2,39621.60%
Total Occupied Housing Units:11,094100%

Occupied Housing Units:11,09497.80%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2492.20%
Total Housing Units:11,343100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:9,37682.66%
Multi-Family Units:1,87816.56%
Other Units:890.78%
Total Housing Units:11,343100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 46.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (30.90%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 90.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.80%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 26.70%, which is generally lower than the state rate (38.00%). The share of people in poverty is 3.10%, which is markedly below the state rate (9.20%), down 1.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.90 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (43.83%). College enrollment is 22.40%, which is falls below the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1,4026.98%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:4752.37%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4,11220.48%
Some college, no degree:3,15915.73%
Associate's degree:1,5807.87%
Bachelor's degree:6,12830.52%
Graduate or professional degree:3,22316.05%
Total:20,079100%
High school or higher:18,20290.65%
Bachelor's degree or higher:9,35146.57%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:23,52369.77%
Public Insurance:8,37524.84%
No Insurance:1,8185.39%
Total:33,716100%
Has Health Insurance:31,89894.61%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty4.2%8.0%7.3%8.3%8.5%7.9%4.4%5.1%7.0%2.8%2.9%2.3%3.1%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:6557.96%
Kindergarten:4335.26%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,60643.83%
High school (grades 9-12):1,69020.54%
College or graduate school:1,84322.40%
Total:8,227100%
Early Childhood:1,08813.22%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5,72969.64%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 43004 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 280 business establishments, employing about 3,385 people with an annual payroll of $192,916,000. USPS data shows 12,170 residential mailboxes and 152 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:12,170Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:152Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:12,666Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:7,161Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:336Source: USPS
# of Businesses:280Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$45,221,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$192,916,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:3,385Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 43004 is located in Franklin County, Ohio, within the Columbus, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 18140) and Ohio's 3rd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,151,847 people, about 1.39% of whom live in ZIP Code 43004. It covers 12.502 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.196 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Columbus, OHSource: Census
CBSA Number:18140Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,151,847Source: Census
MSA:Columbus, OH MSASource: Census
Land Area:12.502 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.196 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:228 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


43005 | | 43003

Schools in ZIP Code 43004


ZIP Code 43004 is part of 2 school districts, including: Licking Heights Local School District (Grades PK thru 12) and Gahanna-Jefferson City School District (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 2 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

West Elementary School 1490 Climbing Fig Dr.
Blacklick, OH 43004
District: Licking Heights Local School District
Blacklick Elementary School 6540 Havens Corners Rd
Blacklick, OH 43004
District: Gahanna-Jefferson City School District
Primrose School Of Reynoldsburg 60 N Brice Rd
Columbus, OH 43213
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Matthew The Apostle Catholic School 795 Havens Corners Rd
Gahanna, OH 43230
District: Private SchoolNearby
The Goddard School-Reynoldsburg 40 Chris Perry Ln
Columbus, OH 43213
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 43004


Ohio State College Of Barber Styling 4614 E Broad St
Columbus, OH 43213
Type: Post Secondary
Ohio Media School-Columbus 5330 East Main St., Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43213
Type: Post Secondary
Devry University-Ohio 2 Easton Oval, Ste 210
Columbus, OH 43219
Type: Post Secondary
Chamberlain University-Ohio 4111 Worth Avenue
Columbus, OH 43219
Type: Post Secondary
Fortis College-Columbus 4151 Executive Parkway Ste 120
Westerville, OH 43081
Type: Post Secondary
Hondros College Of Nursing 4140 Executive Parkway
Westerville, OH 43081
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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