ZIP Code 43027 in Homer, OH

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Homer, Ohio
County:Licking County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:36:23 PM
Population:58 [See All]
Area Codes:220 / 740
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:40.2525, -82.5179
Land Area:0.107 sq mi
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43027 - Homer, OH

ZIP Code 43027, Homer

Small Town Unique ZIP
LocationLicking County, OH
Area0 sq mi Single Point
Population58
Households31
PO Boxes1 Low Adoption (3%)
Median Age50.0 years
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Enclosed InZIP Code 43080
Key Facts
  • Only 58 people live in this ZIP code, making it one of Ohio's smallest communities
  • Despite being classified as a PO Box ZIP, only 1 PO Box exists for every 31 households
  • Rural carrier routes deliver mail to most addresses along NW Homer Road
  • The median age is 50, reflecting a mature, stable population
  • Everyone in the workforce commutes elsewhere, with no local jobs reported in census data
  • The community covers just 0.107 square miles of land area

Mail Delivery

Most residents don't use PO Boxes at all. The adoption rate is 0.032, meaning only about 1 box exists for every 31 households. Rural carrier routes handle nearly all mail delivery along NW Homer Road and surrounding properties. The post office serves this small community, but street delivery is the norm, not the exception.

Street Name Patterns

Single Road Community

This community consists essentially of a single road. NW Homer Road is the only street with carrier delivery, reflecting the settlement's linear development pattern typical of rural Ohio communities.

Nearby Areas

Green Meadow Bennington Highland Brookside Village Of Appleton Fredonia Heights
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 43027 has 58 residents and 31 households (average 1.87 persons per household). The median age is 50.0 years, significantly older than the state (39.8) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.4% male and 46.6% female, which is higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (94.8%, much higher than the state average of 77.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Other / Two or More Races (1.7%, lower than the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:58Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:185Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:542.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:31Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$666,666,666Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.87Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:1.87Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--0000000000188200160185
Decennial Census0------------------58--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 50

Male Median Age: 33.3

Female Median Age: 60.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male126311504103004000
Female0120020000801300100
Total1383135041831304100
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:5598.21%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*00%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:11.79%
Total:56100%
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:3153.45%33.3 years
Females:2746.55%60.1 years
Total:58100%50.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:185100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:185100%
Total Native Population:185100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 100.0%, which is much higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (100.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:61100.00%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:00.00%
Total:61100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:00.00%
Service:61100.00%
Sales and Office:00.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:61100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 0.00% and renters 100.00% - making this ZIP Code higher than national rental averages. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:00.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:61100.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:61100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00.00%
Renter Occupied:61100.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:61100%

Occupied Housing Units:61100.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00.00%
Total Housing Units:61100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:61100.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:61100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 0.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 0.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (100.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is far lower than 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):00.00%
Some college, no degree:61100.00%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:61100%
High school or higher:61100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:00.00%
Public Insurance:185100.00%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:185100%
Has Health Insurance:185100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%38.9%32.3%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):124100.00%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:124100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):124100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 43027 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 4 business establishments, employing about 22 people with an annual payroll of $877,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:9,110Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:4Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$307,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$877,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:22Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 43027 is located in Licking County, Ohio, within the Columbus, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 18140) and Ohio's 12nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 1,836,536 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 43027. It covers 0.107 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Columbus, OHSource: Census
CBSA Number:18140Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:1,836,536Source: Census
MSA:Columbus, OH MSASource: Census
Land Area:0.107 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:12Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:2271.91 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


43028 | | 43026

Schools in ZIP Code 43027


We could not locate which school district 43027 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

North Fork Online Academy 312 Maple Ave
Utica, OH 43080
District: North Fork Local School DistrictNearby
Utica High School 260 N Jefferson St
Utica, OH 43080
District: North Fork Local School DistrictNearby
Utica Middle School 260 N Jefferson St
Utica, OH 43080
District: North Fork Local School DistrictNearby
Utica Elementary School 367 Church Street
Utica, OH 43080
District: North Fork Local School DistrictNearby
Northridge Middle School 6066 Johnstown Utica Rd
Johnstown, OH 43031
District: Northridge Local School DistrictNearby
The Learning Spectrum Ltd - Johnstown 3060 Johnstown Utica Rd
Johnstown, OH 43031
District: Private SchoolNearby
Chapel Hill Christian Academy 7530 Johnstown Rd
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Vincent De Paul School 206 E Chestnut St
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 43027


Mount Vernon Nazarene University 800 Martinsburg Rd
Mount Vernon, OH 43050-9500
Type: Post Secondary
Knox County Career Center 308 Martinsburg Rd
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Type: Post Secondary
Kenyon College Kenyon College
Gambier, OH 43022
Type: Post Secondary
Career And Technology Education Centers Of Licking County 150 Price Rd
Newark, OH 43055-3399
Type: Post Secondary
Denison University 100 West College Street
Granville, OH 43023
Type: Post Secondary
Ohio State University-Newark Campus 1179 University Dr
Newark, OH 43055
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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