ZIP Code 43315 in Cardington, OH

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Cardington, Ohio
Counties:Morrow County[Primary]
Marion County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:52:55 PM
Population:7,090 [See All]
Area Codes:419 / 567
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:40.4890, -82.8591
Land Area:84.026 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 43315 has 7,090 residents and 2,691 households (average 2.63 persons per household). The median age is 42.5 years, slightly older than the state (39.8) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.2% male and 49.8% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (49.0%). Largest groups are White (94.7%, much higher than the state average of 77.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.1%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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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:7,090Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:6,996Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:7,719Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:84.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$69,621Source: Census ACS
Households:2,691Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$168,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.63Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.87Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--7,5217,2777,1667,0856,6226,9996,7157,2727,6687,5016,9747,0136,996
Decennial Census7,046------------------7,090------
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: 42.5

Male Median Age: 42.5

Female Median Age: 42.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1672342672321732142321791842662482792942281501065751
Female1872122422371821842072101802632722882382211631176858
Total354446509469355398439389364529520567532449313223125109
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:6,71597.79%
Black:270.39%
Hispanic:*761.11%
Asian:100.15%
American Indian:120.17%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:270.39%
Total:6,867100%
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:3,56150.23%42.5 years
Females:3,52949.77%42.5 years
Total:7,090100%42.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:6,83597.70%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1552.22%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:60.09%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.09%
Total Population:6,996100%
Total Native Population:6,99099.91%
Total Foreign-born Population:60.09%
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 $69,621, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $20,300 (41.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $6,959. Family households earn a median of $79,566 versus $40,163 for nonfamily households (a difference of $39,403). By gender, male median income is $49,048 and female is $46,342, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $2,706 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 63.7%, which is roughly equal to the state rate (63.3%). The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is slightly lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (27.0%).

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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$49,321$51,585$51,624$50,887$48,964$51,548$54,786$56,272$62,662$65,254$62,235$66,625$69,621
Median Family Income$61,000$61,692$64,393$61,556$61,227$60,233$67,944$64,969$70,100$69,220$71,610$74,947$79,566
Median NonFamily Income$31,542$34,115$29,430$29,325$28,293$27,829$31,065$38,318$34,950$38,324$41,622$41,932$40,163
Median Male Income$42,700$44,907$44,785$48,710$48,726$49,851$44,329$43,184$43,285$42,459$44,013$51,269$49,048
Median Female Income$32,772$33,712$33,378$32,458$32,747$33,482$36,536$41,523$41,853$42,139$43,770$48,315$46,342
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:3,52660.66%
Unemployed:1773.04%
Not In Labor Force:2,11036.30%
Total:5,813100%
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:95327.03%
Service:70920.11%
Sales and Office:74521.13%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:49814.12%
Production, transportation, and material moving:62117.61%
Total Civilian Employed Population:3,526100%
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 $168,200, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $45,700 (37.31%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $16,100. The median gross rent is $968, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $287 (42.14%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $157. Of occupied housing, owners make up 78.18% (60.17% with a mortgage, 39.83% free-and-clear) and renters 21.82% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 8.34%, which is markedly below 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$122,500$121,200$121,300$117,600$123,500$127,800$135,200$137,100$152,100$136,600$140,800$156,000$168,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:6010.17%
$500 to $999:26344.58%
$1,000 to $1,499:11519.49%
$1,500 to $1,999:467.80%
$2,000 to $2,499:6711.36%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:396.61%
Total:590100%
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$681$716$685$699$699$699$709$718$811$805$864$911$968
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,27247.04%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):84231.14%
Renter Occupied:59021.82%
Total Occupied Housing Units:2,704100%

Occupied Housing Units:2,70491.66%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2468.34%
Total Housing Units:2,950100%
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:2,41781.93%
Multi-Family Units:1685.69%
Other Units:36512.37%
Total Housing Units:2,950100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 12.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 91.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 3.80%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 5.70%, which is generally lower than the state rate (9.20%), up 0.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.50 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (44.12%). College enrollment is 11.76%, 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 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1062.06%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3206.23%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,83755.24%
Some college, no degree:83416.24%
Associate's degree:3967.71%
Bachelor's degree:4518.78%
Graduate or professional degree:1923.74%
Total:5,136100%
High school or higher:4,71091.71%
Bachelor's degree or higher:64312.52%
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:5,17562.97%
Public Insurance:2,77633.78%
No Insurance:2673.25%
Total:8,218100%
Has Health Insurance:7,95196.75%
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 Poverty5.0%6.4%6.7%8.7%9.2%9.8%8.4%9.7%8.2%6.7%5.8%7.1%5.7%
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:524.10%
Kindergarten:685.37%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):55944.12%
High school (grades 9-12):43934.65%
College or graduate school:14911.76%
Total:1,267100%
Early Childhood:1209.47%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,06684.14%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 43315 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 79 business establishments, employing about 741 people with an annual payroll of $37,066,000. USPS data shows 2,935 residential mailboxes and 58 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:2,935Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:58Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:3,216Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:2,741Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:51Source: USPS
# of Businesses:79Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$8,703,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$37,066,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:741Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 43315 is located in Morrow County, Ohio, within the Columbus, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 18140) and Ohio's 4th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,151,847 people, about 0.33% of whom live in ZIP Code 43315. It covers 84.026 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.048 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:Source: Census
Land Area:84.026 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.048 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:4664.87 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:3912084Source: Census
Place Name:Cardington village; OhioSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


43316 | | 43314

Schools in ZIP Code 43315


ZIP Code 43315 is in the Cardington-Lincoln Local School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 4 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.

Cardington-Lincoln Middle School 349 Chesterville Ave
Cardington, OH 43315
District: Cardington-Lincoln Local School District
Cardington-Lincoln High School 349 Chesterville Ave
Cardington, OH 43315
District: Cardington-Lincoln Local School District
Tomorrow Center 3700 County Road 168
Cardington, OH 43315
Cardington-Lincoln Elementary School 121 Nichols St
Cardington, OH 43315
District: Cardington-Lincoln Local School District
Gilead Christian School 220 S Main St
Mount Gilead, OH 43338
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Mary School 274 N Prospect St
Marion, OH 43302
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Mary School 66 E William St
Delaware, OH 43015
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 43315


Tri-Rivers Career Center 2222 Marion - Mt. Gilead Rd
Marion, OH 43302-8914
Type: Post Secondary
Marion Technical College 1467 Mount Vernon Ave
Marion, OH 43302-5694
Type: Post Secondary
Ohio State University-Marion Campus 1461 Mount Vernon Ave
Marion, OH 43302-5695
Type: Post Secondary
Ohio Wesleyan University 61 S Sandusky Street
Delaware, OH 43015-2370
Type: Post Secondary
Methodist Theological School In Ohio 3081 Columbus Pike
Delaware, OH 43015-3211
Type: Post Secondary
Knox County Career Center 308 Martinsburg Rd
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
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 November 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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