ZIP Code 45216 in Cincinnati, OH

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Cincinnati, Ohio
City Alias:Elmwood Pl, Elmwood Place, Saint Bernard
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Carthage, Valleydale
County:Hamilton County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:12:20:21 AM
Population:9,667 [See All]
Area Codes:283 / 513
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.2016, -84.4780
Land Area:2.794 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 45216 has 9,667 residents and 4,028 households (average 2.36 persons per household). The median age is 36.9 years, slightly younger than the state (39.8) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.5% male and 49.5% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (46.4%, much lower than the state average of 77.0% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (30.7%, much higher than the state average of 12.5% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 17.2%, which is much higher than the state average (4.4%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (12.5%) and national averages (12.4%) and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than the state average (1.9%).

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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:9,667Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:9,493Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:10,001Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:3,459.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$51,602Source: Census ACS
Households:4,028Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$138,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.36Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.91Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--9,2289,2169,6289,6499,9509,4598,9298,9259,3139,0599,2098,9009,493
Decennial Census9,570------------------9,667------
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: 36.9

Male Median Age: 36.4

Female Median Age: 37.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male327326384299291366344349280311287367320257167886359
Female27731736029826731737333426725431233229225620013169126
Total604643744597558683717683547565599699612513367219132185
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4,48942.32%
Black:2,96427.94%
Hispanic:*1,66015.65%
Asian:1571.48%
American Indian:710.67%
Hawaiian:180.17%
Other:1,24911.77%
Total:10,608100%
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:4,88550.53%36.4 years
Females:4,78249.47%37.6 years
Total:9,667100%36.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:8,15785.93%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1761.85%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3023.18%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:85812.22%
Total Population:9,493100%
Total Native Population:8,33387.78%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,16012.22%
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 $51,602, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $14,836 (40.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $16,181. Family households earn a median of $57,566 versus $40,931 for nonfamily households (a difference of $16,635). By gender, male median income is $47,156 and female is $50,653, which is below the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $3,497 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 61.1%, which is slightly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (30.2%).

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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$36,766$30,537$30,413$29,087$29,648$29,936$33,036$33,359$35,421$37,125$41,780$42,114$51,602
Median Family Income$50,921$48,102$50,179$56,029$50,657$48,625$48,036$45,699$46,821$43,969$47,445$47,500$57,566
Median NonFamily Income$23,073$22,859$21,855$18,802$19,855$20,367$22,729$23,880$27,888$30,179$34,425$34,964$40,931
Median Male Income$34,794$36,323$37,913$37,107$36,407$36,094$36,676$33,297$35,702$34,383$37,917$44,769$47,156
Median Female Income$29,190$27,649$26,590$27,345$28,900$29,554$33,393$33,650$33,265$32,938$35,522$37,971$50,653
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:4,39258.91%
Unemployed:1612.16%
Not In Labor Force:2,90238.93%
Total:7,455100%
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:1,32830.24%
Service:1,01023.00%
Sales and Office:79218.03%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:45010.25%
Production, transportation, and material moving:81218.49%
Total Civilian Employed Population:4,392100%
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 $138,200, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $43,500 (45.93%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $59,800. The median gross rent is $815, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $160 (24.43%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $13. Of occupied housing, owners make up 53.46% (57.06% with a mortgage, 42.94% free-and-clear) and renters 46.54% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 13.63%, which is considerably 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$94,700$91,800$88,500$86,200$84,100$80,300$77,600$76,700$78,400$78,800$87,100$102,300$138,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:19211.21%
$500 to $999:76944.89%
$1,000 to $1,499:55332.28%
$1,500 to $1,999:653.79%
$2,000 to $2,499:362.10%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:291.69%
No Rent:694.03%
Total:1,713100%
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$655$650$669$646$646$683$722$798$802$834$878$885$815
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,12330.51%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):84522.96%
Renter Occupied:1,71346.54%
Total Occupied Housing Units:3,681100%

Occupied Housing Units:3,68186.37%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):58113.63%
Total Housing Units:4,262100%
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:2,75664.66%
Multi-Family Units:1,50035.19%
Other Units:60.14%
Total Housing Units:4,262100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 27.20% 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 86.90%, which is generally lower than the state rate (91.60%). The uninsured rate is 15.70%, which is markedly above the state rate (6.40%). Private coverage is 50.90%, which is generally lower than the state rate (68.20%). The share of people in poverty is 10.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 8.50 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 9.50 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 (55.80%). College enrollment is 12.14%, 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:2654.09%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:5879.05%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,86628.77%
Some college, no degree:1,32720.46%
Associate's degree:67710.44%
Bachelor's degree:1,14217.61%
Graduate or professional degree:6229.59%
Total:6,486100%
High school or higher:5,63486.86%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,76427.20%
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:4,79545.69%
Public Insurance:4,21940.20%
No Insurance:1,48114.11%
Total:10,495100%
Has Health Insurance:9,01485.89%
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 Poverty19.1%23.7%22.1%21.9%23.0%23.0%21.9%21.0%20.1%18.9%16.6%16.8%10.6%
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:1265.24%
Kindergarten:1466.07%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,34255.80%
High school (grades 9-12):49920.75%
College or graduate school:29212.14%
Total:2,405100%
Early Childhood:27211.31%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,98782.62%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 45216 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 173 business establishments, employing about 5,510 people with an annual payroll of $298,116,000. USPS data shows 4,238 residential mailboxes and 363 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:4,238Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:363Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:5,170Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:3,510Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:671Source: USPS
# of Businesses:173Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$77,964,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$298,116,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:5,510Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 45216 is located in Hamilton County, Ohio, within the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 17140) and Ohio's 1st and 8th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 2,255,257 people, about 0.43% of whom live in ZIP Code 45216. It covers 2.794 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Cincinnati, OH-KY-INSource: Census
CBSA Number:17140Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,255,257Source: Census
MSA:Cincinnati-Hamilton, OH-KY-IN CMSASource: Census
Land Area:2.794 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:01,08Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:686.96, 2450.49 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:3915000Source: Census
Place Name:Cincinnati city; OhioSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


45217 | | 45215

Schools in ZIP Code 45216


ZIP Code 45216 is part of 2 school districts, including: Cincinnati City School District (Grades PK thru 12) and St. Bernard-Elmwood Place City School District (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.

Regeneration Bond Hill 5158 Fishwick Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45216
Hartwell School 8320 Vine St
Cincinnati, OH 45216
District: Cincinnati City School District
Rising Stars At Carthage 125 W North Bend Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45216
District: Cincinnati City School District
Elmwood Place Elementary School 400 Maple St
Cincinnati, OH 45216
District: St. Bernard-Elmwood Place City School District
Atara Girls High School 6701 Elbrook Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45237
District: Private SchoolNearby
Cincinnati Hebrew Day School 2222 Losantiville Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45237
District: Private SchoolNearby
Sts Peter & Paul Academy 231 Clark Rd
Reading, OH 45215
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 45216


Cincinnati College Of Mortuary Science 645 W North Bend Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45224-1462
Type: Post Secondary
Moler Hollywood Beauty Academy 6142 Montgomery Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45213
Type: Post Secondary
Ohio Media School-Cincinnati 4411 Montgomery Road
Norwood, OH 45212
Type: Post Secondary
Xavier University 3800 Victory Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45207-1092
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College 9555 Plainfield Rd
Blue Ash, OH 45236-1096
Type: Post Secondary
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College 3520 Central Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45223-2690
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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