ZIP Code 43843 in Walhonding, OH

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Walhonding, Ohio
Counties:Coshocton County[Primary]
Knox County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:12:00:36 AM
Population:1,449 [See All]
Area Codes:740 / 220
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:40.3483, -82.1637
Land Area:44.484 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 43843 has 1,449 residents and 476 households (average 3.04 persons per household). The median age is 34.1 years, younger than the state (39.8) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.6% male and 48.4% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (96.3%, much higher than the state average of 77.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Other / Two or More Races (0.5%, much lower than the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.4%, 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:1,449Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:577Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,507Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:32.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$45,250Source: Census ACS
Households:476Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$163,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.04Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.80Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--9951,0431,5761,4381,4201,6451,6981,0621,129736842877577
Decennial Census1,123------------------1,449------
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: 34.1

Male Median Age: 32.6

Female Median Age: 35.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male7263667638423325305637366442282577
Female58586255452241333349445552432910112
Total13012112813183647458631058191116855735189
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,39698.52%
Black:50.35%
Hispanic:*60.42%
Asian:10.07%
American Indian:20.14%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:70.49%
Total:1,417100%
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:74751.55%32.6 years
Females:70248.45%35.9 years
Total:1,449100%34.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:577100.00%
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:577100%
Total Native Population:577100.00%
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 $45,250, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $2,994 (7.1%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $18,150. Family households earn a median of $62,772 versus $27,250 for nonfamily households (a difference of $35,522). By gender, male median income is $69,722 and female is $45,288, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $24,434 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 46.6%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (34.3%).

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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$42,256$46,908$44,531$44,609$44,704$60,402$57,240$59,405$63,400$59,948$35,625$51,125$45,250
Median Family Income$50,357$55,556$48,750$53,162$44,704$60,045$60,266$63,207$63,950$75,278$56,786$65,417$62,772
Median NonFamily Income$25,893$36,146$25,192$33,424$42,500$63,500$50,625$36,098$0$0$23,327$26,352$27,250
Median Male Income$31,048$34,485$31,607$33,750$29,962$44,219$32,232$62,981$63,491$61,528$50,602$57,031$69,722
Median Female Income$26,463$25,200$34,479$33,047$33,482$27,344$33,750$30,483$23,750$25,556$42,000$33,365$45,288
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:25146.57%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:28853.43%
Total:539100%
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:7228.69%
Service:93.59%
Sales and Office:8634.26%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:6425.50%
Production, transportation, and material moving:207.97%
Total Civilian Employed Population:251100%
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 $163,200, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $20,500 (14.37%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $23,600. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($988), is down $766 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $581. Of occupied housing, owners make up 96.10% (37.64% with a mortgage, 62.36% free-and-clear) and renters 3.90% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 14.29%, which is markedly above 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$142,700$145,300$137,500$149,400$124,000$151,100$156,700$171,300$186,800$176,500$163,200$200,600$163,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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 $1,499:11100.00%
$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:11100%
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$766$763$766$819$775$0$0$574$581$589$623$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):10236.17%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):16959.93%
Renter Occupied:113.90%
Total Occupied Housing Units:282100%

Occupied Housing Units:28285.71%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):4714.29%
Total Housing Units:329100%
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:28285.71%
Multi-Family Units:298.81%
Other Units:185.47%
Total Housing Units:329100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 9.60% 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 84.00%, which is on par with the state rate (91.60%). The uninsured rate is 16.10%, which is on par with the state rate (6.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is on par with the state rate (9.20%), down 4.50 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 8.50 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 (100.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, 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:7113.87%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:112.15%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):22644.14%
Some college, no degree:12724.80%
Associate's degree:285.47%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:499.57%
Total:512100%
High school or higher:43083.98%
Bachelor's degree or higher:499.57%
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:34950.43%
Public Insurance:25036.13%
No Insurance:9313.44%
Total:692100%
Has Health Insurance:59986.56%
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 Poverty4.5%6.8%7.5%5.0%9.4%8.3%7.5%9.0%8.5%5.8%3.6%0.0%0.0%
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:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):21100.00%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:21100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):21100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 43843 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 13 business establishments, employing about 113 people with an annual payroll of $6,370,000. USPS data shows 496 residential mailboxes and 18 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:496Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:18Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:541Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:496Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:13Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,018,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$6,370,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:113Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 43843 is located in Coshocton County, Ohio, within the Coshocton, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 18740) and Ohio's 12nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 36,679 people, about 3.95% of whom live in ZIP Code 43843. It covers 44.484 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.03 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Coshocton, OHSource: Census
CBSA Number:18740Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:36,679Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:44.484 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.03 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:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


43844 | | 43842

Schools in ZIP Code 43843


We could not locate which school district 43843 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 0 public schools with a nearby mailing address, but we have located 5 public schools nearby. There are however 2 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Warsaw Elementary School 501 Blissfield Road
Warsaw, OH 43844
District: River View Local School DistrictNearby
River View High School 26496 State Route 60
Warsaw, OH 43844
District: River View Local School DistrictNearby
River View Middle School 26546 State Route 60
Warsaw, OH 43844
District: River View Local School DistrictNearby
Keene Elementary School 27052 Co Rd 1
Keene, OH 43828
District: River View Local School DistrictNearby
Coshocton County Career Center 23640 Airport Rd
Coshocton, OH 43812
District: UnknownNearby
Locust Grove School 25575 State Road 206
Walhonding, OH 43843
District: Private School
C/O Steven Mast 25575 State Road 206
Walhonding, OH 43843
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 43843


Kenyon College Kenyon College
Gambier, OH 43022
Type: Post Secondary
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
Career And Technology Education Centers Of Licking County 150 Price Rd
Newark, OH 43055-3399
Type: Post Secondary
Central Ohio Technical College 1179 University Drive
Newark, OH 43055-1767
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 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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