ZIP Code 45815 in Belmore, OH

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Belmore, Ohio
City Alias:Leipsic
County:Putnam County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:56:24 PM
Population:57 [See All]
Area Code:419
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:41.1536, -83.9386
Land Area:0.212 sq mi
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45815 - Belmore, OH

ZIP Code 45815, Belmore

Retirement Unique ZIP
LocationPutnam County, OH
Area0 sq mi Single Point
Population57
Households26
PO Boxes47 Regional Hub (181%)
Median Age53.5 years
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Enclosed InZIP Code 45856
Key Facts
  • The post office serves 47 PO Boxes for 26 local households, meaning it also handles mail for surrounding rural properties.
  • With a median age of 53.5 years, this is an older-than-average community where most residents are established adults or retirees.
  • Main Street is the only named street in the delivery system, with 4 delivery records on rural carrier routes.
  • All 57 residents live in occupied housing, with no vacant or seasonal properties recorded in the 2020 census.
  • The median household income is $25,501, well below the national average for rural Ohio communities.
  • The ZIP code has street delivery despite its PO Box classification, with one rural carrier route serving the area.

Community Profile

Belmore is a small unincorporated community in Putnam County with 57 residents spread across 26 households. The median age of 53.5 years and household size of 2.2 people reflect a quiet, mature population. While the ZIP itself is classified as PO Box only, street delivery exists through rural carrier routes that serve Main Street and the surrounding area.

Postal Services

The post office maintains 47 PO Boxes for a population that includes 57 residents within the ZIP boundaries. With an adoption rate of 1.81, the facility serves slightly beyond the immediate community, likely accommodating nearby farms and rural properties that don't have addresses within the ZIP. Two businesses operate in the area, and 8 ZIP+4 records cover the single named street and the PO Box range.

Street Name Patterns

Single Street

With just Main Street in the delivery system, this is one of Ohio's smallest communities with its own ZIP code. The single street serves as the entire named road network for postal purposes, though rural routes extend delivery to properties without traditional street addresses.

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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 45815 has 57 residents and 26 households (average 2.19 persons per household). The median age is 53.5 years, significantly older than the state (39.8) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.6% male and 47.4% female, which is higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (73.7%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (31.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 31.6%, which is much higher than the state average (4.4%).

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:57Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:81Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:4Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:268.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$60,000Source: Census ACS
Households:26Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$666,666,666Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.19Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.67Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--000000000091946981
Decennial Census0------------------57--------
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: 53.5

Male Median Age: 51

Female Median Age: 54.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male001322230221541200
Female110321101132222131
Total111643331353763331
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4260.87%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*1826.09%
Asian:00%
American Indian:34.35%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:68.70%
Total:69100%
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:3052.63%51.0 years
Females:2747.37%54.5 years
Total:57100%53.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:7390.12%
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:89.88%
Total Population:81100%
Total Native Population:7390.12%
Total Foreign-born Population:89.88%
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 $60,000, which is well under the national median ($78,538), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $60,000. Family households earn a median of $60,000 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $60,000). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $38,611, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $38,611 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 67.1%, which is higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 9.8%, which is far worse than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (43.5%).

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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$61,750$59,643$0$60,000
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$54,028$57,500$0$60,000
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$54,500$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$32,500$31,563$0$38,611
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:4660.53%
Unemployed:56.58%
Not In Labor Force:2532.89%
Total:76100%
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:2043.48%
Service:36.52%
Sales and Office:48.70%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:48.70%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1532.61%
Total Civilian Employed Population:46100%
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 ($303,400), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,348), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. 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$35,600$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 $999:6100.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$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:6100%
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):725.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1553.57%
Renter Occupied:621.43%
Total Occupied Housing Units:28100%

Occupied Housing Units:2856.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2244.00%
Total Housing Units:50100%
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:3162.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:1938.00%
Total Housing Units:50100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 8.90% 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 91.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 14.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 19.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), up 19.00 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 19.00 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (93.75%). 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:58.93%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3562.50%
Some college, no degree:712.50%
Associate's degree:47.14%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:58.93%
Total:56100%
High school or higher:5191.07%
Bachelor's degree or higher:58.93%
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:3238.55%
Public Insurance:3946.99%
No Insurance:1214.46%
Total:83100%
Has Health Insurance:7185.54%
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%0.0%13.3%19.0%19.2%
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):16.25%
High school (grades 9-12):1593.75%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:16100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):16100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 45815 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available. USPS data shows 2 residential mailboxes and 0 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:2Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:51Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 45815 is located in Putnam County, Ohio, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Ohio's 5th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 45815. It covers 0.212 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:0.212 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:05Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:5626.47 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:3905396Source: Census
Place Name:Belmore village; OhioSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


45816 | | 45814

Schools in ZIP Code 45815


We could not locate which school district 45815 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.

Leipsic Elementary School 232 Oak St
Leipsic, OH 45856
District: Leipsic Local School DistrictNearby
Leipsic High School 232 Oak St
Leipsic, OH 45856
District: Leipsic Local School DistrictNearby
Patrick Henry High School 6900 State Route 18
Hamler, OH 43524
District: Patrick Henry Local School DistrictNearby
Patrick Henry Middle School E050 County Road 7
Hamler, OH 43524
District: Patrick Henry Local School DistrictNearby
Patrick Henry Elementary School E076 County Road 7
Hamler, OH 43524
District: Patrick Henry Local School DistrictNearby
St Marys School 129 Saint Marys St
Leipsic, OH 45856
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Louis School 22776 Defiance Pike
Custar, OH 43511
District: Private SchoolNearby
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic School 320 N Locust St
Ottawa, OH 45875
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 45815


The University Of Findlay 1000 North Main Street
Findlay, OH 45840-3653
Type: Post Secondary
Winebrenner Theological Seminary 950 North Main Street - 2nd Floor
Findlay, OH 45840
Type: Post Secondary
Winebrenner Theological Seminary - 950 North Main
Findlay, OH 45840
Type: Post Secondary
Bluffton University 1 University Drive
Bluffton, OH 45817-2104
Type: Post Secondary
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus 220 Mcfall Ctr
Bowling Green, OH 43403
Type: Post Secondary
Defiance College 701 N Clinton St.
Defiance, OH 43512
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 2011-2024 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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