Blacklick, OH · standard
ZIP Code 43004
Franklin County, Ohio - Census ACS demographics, housing tenure, and business patterns, benchmarked against every US ZIP.
- 22,727
- 678/sq mi High-density area
- $101,175
- Median income Above-median income area
- $335,400
- Median home value Above-median home value
- 44.8%
- Bachelor's or higher Above-average bachelor's attainment
National ZIP placement
Blacklick pairs an upper-quartile household income with above-median home values, in a low-density, homeowner-dominated area.
- Top 18%
- household income, US ZIPs
- Top 28%
- home value, US ZIPs
- 678
- people per sq mi
- 79%
- owner-occupied homes
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023). Percentiles rank ZIP 43004 against every reporting US ZIP.
FHFA HPI release change
What changed in the latest House Price Index year
- FHFA House Price Index values in ZIP 43004 (Blacklick, OH) rose +6.3% from 2023 to 2024. The all-transactions index moved from 202.7 in 2023 to 215.4 in 2024 (2000 = 100).
ZIP code 43004 is a densely settled ZIP (a standard USPS delivery area) in Blacklick, Franklin County, Ohio, with 22,727 residents across 33.5 square miles, a density of 678 people per square mile, in the New York time zone.
ZIP 43004 lands in the middle-income range, with a median household income of $101,175 (39% above the average Ohio ZIP), while per-capita income is $50,258. Both reported hardship measures are comparatively low in absolute terms: poverty is 6.5% and unemployment is 1.9%. Housing is both higher-cost and owner-heavy: median home value is $335,400 (70% above the average Ohio ZIP), while 79.4% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and median rent is $1,464.
A solid share of residents have a four-year degree: 44.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 37.2, and the average commute is 24 minutes. The page also surfaces 10 ZIP codes within roughly 10 miles and 6 more in Franklin County, so 43004 can be compared with both its immediate and county-level context.
Every figure on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (including median rent) and the FHFA House Price Index, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with Census →
Top industries in ZIP 43004
Top 5 sectors by establishment count in Blacklick, OH
Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 43004.
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
Professional, scientific, and technical services
40 establishments
- Health care and social assistance
Health care and social assistance
35 establishments
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Real estate and rental and leasing
28 establishments
- Wholesale trade
Wholesale trade
22 establishments
- Retail trade
Retail trade
22 establishments
What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + FHFA HPI ACS demographics and median rent, ZBP business establishments, FHFA HPI for ZIP 43004, Blacklick, OH · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.
Quick Facts
22,727
Population
33.5
Area (sq mi)
678
People / sq mi
New York
Time Zone
standard
ZIP Type
Who lives in ZIP 43004?
37.2
Median Age
50.9%
Male
49.1%
Female
19.9%
Foreign-Born
Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How much do residents earn?
$101,175
Median Household Income
+39% vs state ZIP avg
$50,258
Per Capita Income
6.5%
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Unemployment Rate
23.5 min
Mean Commute Time
How ZIP 43004 ranks among Ohio ZIPs
Blacklick, OH household income vs. every Ohio ZIP code
Median household income among 1,127 reporting Ohio ZIPs (this ZIP's population is too small for a reliable national-corpus placement)
$101,175 Top 10% higher than 90% of 1,127 Ohio ZIPs
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Source U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2019–2023
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What is the education profile here?
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What does housing look like?
Housing stock: occupied vs vacant
11,673housing units
11,673
Total Housing Units
11,419
Occupied Units
254
Vacant Units
2.76
Avg Household Size
Occupancy Type
$335,400
Median Home Value
+70% vs state ZIP avg
$1,464
Median Rent
2004
Median Year Built
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How have home values changed over time?
FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals
+6.3%
YoY Change (2024)
215
HPI Index (2000 = 100)
+115%
Total Change Since 2000
Home values in ZIP 43004 have increased 6.3% over the past year (2024). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +115% cumulative appreciation.
| Year | Annual Change | HPI Index |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | +3.3% | 143 |
| 2021 | +13.3% | 162 |
| 2022 | +20.2% | 195 |
| 2023 | +4.2% | 203 |
| 2024 | +6.3% | 215 |
Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2024. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.
What businesses operate in this ZIP?
Census Bureau data shows 280 business establishments in ZIP 43004, employing approximately 3,385 people with a combined annual payroll of $192,916,000.
280
Businesses
3,385
Employees
$192.9M
Annual Payroll
16
Industry Sectors
| Industry | Establishments | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, scientific, and technical services | 40 | 14.3% |
| Health care and social assistance | 35 | 12.5% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 28 | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade | 22 | 7.9% |
| Retail trade | 22 | 7.9% |
| Construction | 21 | 7.5% |
| Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services | 20 | 7.1% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 20 | 7.1% |
| Finance and insurance | 18 | 6.4% |
| Accommodation and food services | 13 | 4.6% |
| Manufacturing | 10 | 3.6% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 8 | 2.9% |
| Educational services | 7 | 2.5% |
| Information | 6 | 2.1% |
| Arts, entertainment, and recreation | 5 | 1.8% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 4 | 1.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.
Nearby ZIP Codes
Want a side-by-side? Compare 43004 vs 43054 →
ZIP 43004 vs its nearest neighbors, by population
Resident population of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 43068
Reynoldsburg (43068)
51,836 residents
- 43230
Columbus (43230)
51,161 residents
- 43232
Columbus (43232)
42,201 residents
- 43147
Pickerington (43147)
38,440 residents
- 43213
Columbus (43213)
30,444 residents
- 43062
Pataskala (43062)
27,644 residents
- 43219
Columbus (43219)
27,123 residents
- 43004
Blacklick (43004)
22,727 residents
- 43227
Columbus (43227)
21,340 residents
What this shows Among its immediate neighbors, ZIP 43004 ranks #8 by population - useful context the national average alone can't give.
ZIP 43004 vs its nearest neighbors, by median income
Median household income of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 43054
New Albany (43054)
$148,100 median income
- 43147
Pickerington (43147)
$126,534 median income
- 43062
Pataskala (43062)
$105,968 median income
- 43004
Blacklick (43004)
$101,175 median income
- 43230
Columbus (43230)
$91,424 median income
- 43068
Reynoldsburg (43068)
$70,477 median income
- 43109 $56,940
Brice (43109)
$56,940 median income
- 43213 $54,704
Columbus (43213)
$54,704 median income
- 43219 $52,094
Columbus (43219)
$52,094 median income
What this shows By household income, ZIP 43004 ranks #4 of 9 neighboring ZIPs, local affluence varies block to block, not just metro to metro.
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43054 | New Albany, OH | 20,566 | 4.5 mi |
| 43068 | Reynoldsburg, OH | 51,836 | 4.2 mi |
| 43230 | Columbus, OH | 51,161 | 3.9 mi |
| 43213 | Columbus, OH | 30,444 | 4.8 mi |
| 43062 | Pataskala, OH | 27,644 | 6.2 mi |
| 43219 | Columbus, OH | 27,123 | 6.4 mi |
| 43109 | Brice, OH | 118 | 7.4 mi |
| 43227 | Columbus, OH | 21,340 | 6.8 mi |
| 43232 | Columbus, OH | 42,201 | 7.5 mi |
| 43147 | Pickerington, OH | 38,440 | 8.6 mi |
Nationwide ZIPs with similar ACS profiles
Two Census-derived peer sets for ZIP 43004, both outside OH so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment (Nearby and same-county blocks stay local).
Similar population
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by resident population (22,727 here; floor ≥1,000).
Similar median household income
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by ACS median household income.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What county is ZIP code 43004 in?
ZIP code 43004 (Blacklick) is located in Franklin County, Ohio. Franklin County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/franklin-oh.
What is the population of ZIP code 43004?
ZIP code 43004 in Blacklick, OH has a population of 22,727 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 43004?
The median household income in ZIP 43004 is $101,175, which is 33% above the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 43004?
The median home value in ZIP 43004 is $335,400, which is 21% above the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 43004?
The largest racial group in ZIP 43004 is White at 48.0%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.8% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 43004?
ZIP code 43004 has 280 business establishments employing approximately 3,385 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 43004?
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 43004 are: Professional, scientific, and technical services (40), Health care and social assistance (35), Real estate and rental and leasing (28). There are 16 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 43004?
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 43004 increased by 6.3% in 2024. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 115%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 43004?
In ZIP code 43004, 65.0% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 44.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What is the average commute time in ZIP 43004?
The mean commute time for workers in ZIP code 43004 is 23.5 minutes according to Census ACS data. The national average is roughly 26 minutes, so commuters here spend less time traveling to work than typical.
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 43004?
In ZIP code 43004, approximately 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 20.6% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 43004?
The poverty rate in ZIP code 43004 is 6.5% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.
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