ZIP Code 43837 in Port Washington, OH

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Port Washington, Ohio
City Alias:Prt Washingtn
Counties:Tuscarawas County[Primary]
Guernsey County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:12:00:27 AM
Population:1,784 [See All]
Area Codes:220 / 740
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:40.3064, -81.4872
Land Area:49.227 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 43837 has 1,784 residents and 662 households (average 2.69 persons per household). The median age is 43.6 years, older than the state (39.8) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.2% male and 48.8% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (94.6%, 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:1,784Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,819Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,743Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:36.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$54,911Source: Census ACS
Households:662Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$115,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.69Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.85Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,7321,7371,9431,7941,9131,8021,9151,6581,9791,7911,8541,7491,819
Decennial Census1,973------------------1,784------
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: 43.6

Male Median Age: 44.5

Female Median Age: 42.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male524361784238386150684991785945251916
Female356370704539335256475084715644231617
Total871061311488777711131061159917514911589483533
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,68897.97%
Black:60.35%
Hispanic:*201.16%
Asian:10.06%
American Indian:40.23%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:40.23%
Total:1,723100%
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:91351.18%44.5 years
Females:87148.82%42.8 years
Total:1,784100%43.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,81199.56%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:80.44%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:1,819100%
Total Native Population:1,819100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
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 $54,911, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $21,445 (64.1%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,714. Family households earn a median of $67,443 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $67,443). By gender, male median income is $60,333 and female is $43,472, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $16,861 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 56.9%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 9.5%, which is far worse than the state rate (4.8%). The largest occupation group is Production (31.3%).

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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$33,466$36,509$45,357$50,824$52,147$53,056$58,594$58,542$56,625$44,167$51,667$62,000$54,911
Median Family Income$43,542$48,221$52,875$62,330$62,708$65,656$67,663$68,500$62,361$64,013$68,578$74,875$67,443
Median NonFamily Income$18,750$23,229$33,472$35,000$34,375$24,896$26,875$21,250$21,528$0$9,566$0$0
Median Male Income$36,250$36,622$37,750$37,798$37,708$36,071$39,167$41,750$42,500$45,938$44,944$49,241$60,333
Median Female Income$23,636$24,913$26,250$25,893$30,139$30,000$25,278$26,161$31,316$30,188$35,304$42,067$43,472
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:70551.54%
Unemployed:745.41%
Not In Labor Force:58943.06%
Total:1,368100%
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:16222.98%
Service:9213.05%
Sales and Office:14420.43%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:8612.20%
Production, transportation, and material moving:22131.35%
Total Civilian Employed Population:705100%
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 $115,700, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $27,200 (30.73%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,100. The median gross rent is $944, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $276 (41.32%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $155. Of occupied housing, owners make up 80.88% (42.68% with a mortgage, 57.32% free-and-clear) and renters 19.12% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 11.27%, which is much higher than the state rate (8.38%).

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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$88,500$97,300$99,300$100,400$107,300$99,800$99,000$93,600$106,600$95,500$101,000$112,000$115,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:85.97%
$500 to $999:7354.48%
$1,000 to $1,499:4634.33%
$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:75.22%
Total:134100%
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$668$532$587$568$581$650$678$699$789$726$870$894$944
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):24234.52%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):32546.36%
Renter Occupied:13419.12%
Total Occupied Housing Units:701100%

Occupied Housing Units:70188.73%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):8911.27%
Total Housing Units:790100%
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:53567.72%
Multi-Family Units:202.53%
Other Units:23529.75%
Total Housing Units:790100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 8.50% 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 89.80%, which is on par with the state rate (91.60%). The uninsured rate is 10.60%, which is on par with the state rate (6.40%). Public coverage is 50.50%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 16.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 7.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 7.70 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (49.89%). College enrollment is 19.05%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:262.13%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:988.04%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):65553.73%
Some college, no degree:16313.37%
Associate's degree:17314.19%
Bachelor's degree:685.58%
Graduate or professional degree:362.95%
Total:1,219100%
High school or higher:1,09589.83%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1048.53%
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:1,01847.82%
Public Insurance:91843.12%
No Insurance:1939.07%
Total:2,129100%
Has Health Insurance:1,93690.93%
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 Poverty23.4%21.2%19.2%11.4%8.9%8.2%8.5%5.3%8.5%6.6%7.6%8.6%16.2%
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:357.94%
Kindergarten:6915.65%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):22049.89%
High school (grades 9-12):337.48%
College or graduate school:8419.05%
Total:441100%
Early Childhood:10423.58%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):32273.02%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 43837 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 16 business establishments, employing about 131 people with an annual payroll of $4,922,000. USPS data shows 648 residential mailboxes and 4 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:648Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:4Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:767Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:648Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:16Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,195,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$4,922,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:131Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 43837 is located in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, within the New Philadelphia-Dover, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 35420) and Ohio's 12nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 92,585 people, about 1.93% of whom live in ZIP Code 43837. It covers 49.227 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.302 sq mi.

CBSA Name:New Philadelphia-Dover, OHSource: Census
CBSA Number:35420Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:92,585Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:49.227 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.302 sq miSource: 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:3964346Source: Census
Place Name:Port Washington village; OhioSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


43840 | | 43836

Schools in ZIP Code 43837


ZIP Code 43837 is in the Indian Valley Local School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 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.

Port Washington Elementary School 304 E Arch St
Port Washington, OH 43837
District: Indian Valley Local School District
Booth School 3580 Post Boy Rd
Newcomerstown, OH 43832
District: Private SchoolNearby
Booth School 3580 Post Boy Rd
Kimbolton, OH 43832
District: Private SchoolNearby
Muddy Lane School Sr 258
Newcomerstown, OH 43832
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 43837


Kent State University At Tuscarawas 330 University Dr N.e.
New Philadelphia, OH 44663-9403
Type: Post Secondary
Buckeye Joint Vocational School 545 University Dr Ne
New Philadelphia, OH 44663-9450
Type: Post Secondary
Muskingum University 10 College Drive
New Concord, OH 43762
Type: Post Secondary
Ohio University-Eastern Campus 45425 National Rd W
Saint Clairsville, OH 43950
Type: Post Secondary
Belmont College 68094 Hammond Road
St Clairsville, OH 43950
Type: Post Secondary
Canton City Schools Adult Career And Technical Education 2800 13th Street S.w.
Canton, OH 44710
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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    • 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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