| City: | Kalida, Ohio |
| County: | Putnam County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:56:50 PM |
| Population: | 1,451 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 419 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 40.9849, -84.1985 |
| Land Area: | 1.591 sq mi |
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Kalida is a compact village in northwest Ohio's Putnam County, covering just 1.4 square miles. With 1,451 residents and 536 occupied homes, it's classified as a PO Box Only Zone. No alternative mail delivery exists.
The Kalida post office maintains 562 PO Boxes for the community's 536 households, an adoption rate of 105%. This slightly exceeds the local household count because the post office also serves nearby rural areas and the village's 59 business establishments. Despite the PO Box classification, limited street delivery does exist through one city carrier route and one rural route, a pattern typical of small Ohio villages where legacy postal classifications don't fully match current operations.
Employment here is unusual for a village this size. Local businesses employ 1,749 workers, far exceeding the resident population. This indicates Kalida serves as an employment hub for surrounding Putnam County communities. Major employment sectors include transportation and warehousing (880 workers), educational services and healthcare (239 workers), and public administration (69 workers). Federal government employment accounts for 29 positions.
The village maintains a traditional street grid with numbered streets (Second through Sixth) running north-south, crossed by named streets like Main, Broad, and Plum. Buckeye Street has the most ZIP+4 records with 9 delivery points, including apartments. Newer residential areas feature drives named for trees and nature: Maple Leaf, Evergreen, Rosewood, and Riverview.
Demographically, Kalida is 97% White with a median age of 42.3 years. The population includes 79 residents in institutionalized group quarters, likely a nursing home or care facility. Homeownership is strong at 80%, with median home values of $199,700 and median household income of $84,439. Educational attainment is notable, with 38.1% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Just 18.2% of workers telecommute, while the majority commute to jobs in the area's manufacturing and logistics sectors.
Mail to Kalida typically uses PO Box addresses. The format is:
PO Box [Number]
Kalida, OH 45853Limited street addressing is available for some locations, but PO Box delivery is the primary method for most residents and businesses.
Traditional numbered grid (Second-Sixth Streets) with named cross streets, plus newer nature-themed drives in residential areas.
ZIP Code 45853 has 1,451 residents and 536 households (average 2.56 persons per household). The median age is 42.3 years, slightly older than the state (39.8) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.3% male and 52.7% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (97.0%, much higher than the state average of 77.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.6%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 1,451Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 1,526Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 912.0 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $87,500Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 536Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $196,100Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.56Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.58Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 827 | 1,033 | 1,213 | 1,326 | 1,334 | 1,264 | 1,205 | 1,264 | 1,293 | 1,620 | 1,577 | 1,553 | 1,685 | 1,526 |
| Decennial Census | 1,439 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1,451 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 42.3
Male Median Age: 42.1
Female Median Age: 42.6
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 23 | 68 | 46 | 49 | 25 | 45 | 33 | 43 | 40 | 52 | 32 | 54 | 47 | 37 | 34 | 24 | 16 | 18 |
| Female | 46 | 55 | 50 | 48 | 38 | 45 | 35 | 42 | 42 | 35 | 37 | 54 | 50 | 43 | 33 | 30 | 24 | 58 |
| Total | 69 | 123 | 96 | 97 | 63 | 90 | 68 | 85 | 82 | 87 | 69 | 108 | 97 | 80 | 67 | 54 | 40 | 76 |
| White: | 1,407 | 96.77% |
| Black: | 4 | 0.28% |
| Hispanic:* | 23 | 1.58% |
| Asian: | 2 | 0.14% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 0.07% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 17 | 1.17% |
| Total: | 1,454 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 686 | 47.28% | 42.1 years |
| Females: | 765 | 52.72% | 42.6 years |
| Total: | 1,451 | 100% | 42.3 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 1,526 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 1,526 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 1,526 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $87,500, which is markedly greater than the national median ($78,538), is up $29,464 (50.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,125. Family households earn a median of $125,938 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $125,938). By gender, male median income is $55,417 and female is $66,786, which is markedly greater than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $11,369 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 71.6%, which is far greater than 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 Management (39.0%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,036 | $65,871 | $69,814 | $81,563 | $71,859 | $77,500 | $75,694 | $79,500 | $75,375 | $72,292 | $84,063 | $96,250 | $84,439 | $87,500 |
| Median Family Income | $59,911 | $77,083 | $87,100 | $94,063 | $91,500 | $94,375 | $95,417 | $100,565 | $101,944 | $104,727 | $109,750 | $123,819 | $122,083 | $125,938 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $39,063 | $29,688 | $37,813 | $26,528 | $31,944 | $25,865 | $37,667 | $39,107 | $39,643 | $43,125 | $45,313 | $47,308 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $48,359 | $48,086 | $51,477 | $52,409 | $52,500 | $54,145 | $52,196 | $53,173 | $54,450 | $46,816 | $46,923 | $53,125 | $53,527 | $55,417 |
| Median Female Income | $40,865 | $41,324 | $43,661 | $46,250 | $45,000 | $40,234 | $50,078 | $53,125 | $53,800 | $53,295 | $58,854 | $64,643 | $67,237 | $66,786 |
| Employed: | 907 | 71.64% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 359 | 28.36% |
| Total: | 1,266 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 354 | 39.03% |
| Service: | 136 | 14.99% |
| Sales and Office: | 62 | 6.84% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 58 | 6.39% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 297 | 32.75% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 907 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $196,100, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $57,100 (41.08%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $15,000. The median gross rent is $922, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $371 (67.33%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $203. Of occupied housing, owners make up 72.16% (67.32% with a mortgage, 32.68% free-and-clear) and renters 27.84% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 2.93%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.43%).
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,000 | $145,500 | $176,800 | $182,100 | $170,700 | $176,200 | $177,600 | $173,800 | $181,100 | $169,600 | $171,300 | $200,400 | $199,700 | $196,100 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 121 | 77.07% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 21 | 13.38% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 2 | 1.27% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 13 | 8.28% |
| Total: | 157 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $551 | $535 | $537 | $545 | $631 | $680 | $697 | $701 | $719 | $765 | $820 | $843 | $920 | $922 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 274 | 48.58% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 133 | 23.58% |
| Renter Occupied: | 157 | 27.84% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 564 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 564 | 97.07% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 17 | 2.93% |
| Total Housing Units: | 581 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 550 | 94.66% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 29 | 4.99% |
| Other Units: | 2 | 0.34% |
| Total Housing Units: | 581 | 100% |
In 2024, 38.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 98.20%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 6.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 89.70%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 14.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 2.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), down 2.50 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.60 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (38.73%). College enrollment is 37.14%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 10 | 0.95% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 9 | 0.86% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 260 | 24.71% |
| Some college, no degree: | 242 | 23.00% |
| Associate's degree: | 131 | 12.45% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 298 | 28.33% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 102 | 9.70% |
| Total: | 1,052 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 1,033 | 98.19% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 400 | 38.02% |
| Private Insurance: | 1,298 | 80.67% |
| Public Insurance: | 216 | 13.42% |
| No Insurance: | 95 | 5.90% |
| Total: | 1,609 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 1,514 | 94.10% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 4.9% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 2.4% | 2.2% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 6 | 1.59% |
| Kindergarten: | 11 | 2.92% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 146 | 38.73% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 74 | 19.63% |
| College or graduate school: | 140 | 37.14% |
| Total: | 377 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 17 | 4.51% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 231 | 61.27% |
ZIP Code 45853 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 59 business establishments, employing about 1,842 people with an annual payroll of $107,987,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 636Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 59Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $24,065,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $107,987,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 1,842Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 45853 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 45853. It covers 1.591 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.014 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: | 1.591 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.014 sq miSource: 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: | 3939536Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Kalida village; OhioSource: Census |
ZIP Code 45853 is in the Kalida Local School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 2 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.
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.