44053 ZIP Code — Lorain, OH
Lorain County, Ohio
ZIP code 44053 is located in Lorain, Ohio, within Lorain County. It covers approximately 10.83 square miles and serves a population of 20,973 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Eastern (ET) timezone, served by area code 440.
About ZIP code 44053
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the 1960s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $181,400. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 63%.
Median household income is $64,212. 31% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 24 minutes is near the national average.
College attainment at 20% is below the national average, consistent with a trades and production-oriented local economy.
Health indicators show elevated rates of smoking (22%) compared to national benchmarks.
20,973
population
10.83
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Eastern (ET)
timezone
44053 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 44053
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 44053. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Lorain | Acceptable |
| Lorain | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
44052 Lorain (3.9 mi)
44001 Amherst (4.2 mi)
44001 Amherst (4.2 mi)
44055 Lorain (4.6 mi)
44035 Elyria (6.3 mi)
44054 Sheffield Lake (6.8 mi)
44089 Vermilion (8.1 mi)
44074 Oberlin (9.3 mi)
44074 Oberlin (9.3 mi)
44011 Avon (10.6 mi)
44039 North Ridgeville (11 mi)
44012 Avon Lake (11.7 mi)
Demographics
updated 06/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 20,973 |
| Population density | 1,937 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 39 |
| County FIPS | 093 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 10.83 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.83 sq mi |
| Latitude | 41.4252 |
| Longitude | -82.2224 |
| Timezone | Eastern (ET) |
| Area code | 440 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 06/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 47.7% | 42.5% | 43.3% |
| $50k – $100k | 31.2% | 31.8% | 31.4% |
| $100k – $200k | 19.3% | 20.7% | 20.0% |
| Over $200k | 1.7% | 5.0% | 5.2% |
Demographics & statistics
20,973
Population
1,937
People per sq mi
39.8
Median age
$64,212
Median household income
$33,554
Per capita income
$181,400
Median home value
$822
Median monthly rent
63.3%
Home ownership
16.9%
Poverty rate
2.9%
Unemployment
6,134
Housing units
20.0%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
735
Under 5
738
591
5–9
593
605
10–14
608
817
15–19
821
401
20–24
403
1,354
25–34
1,361
1,349
35–44
1,355
1,321
45–54
1,328
682
55–59
686
629
60–64
632
1,054
65–74
1,060
644
75–84
648
278
85+
280
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4,854 | 23.1% |
| 18 and over | 16,119 | 76.9% |
| 65 and over | 3,964 | 18.9% |
| Median age | 39.8 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
62.1%
Two or more races
12.1%
Hispanic or Latino
11.7%
Black or African American
10.6%
Other race
3.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Asian
0.2%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,738 | 62.1% |
| Two or more races | 2,862 | 12.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,768 | 11.7% |
| Black or African American | 2,514 | 10.6% |
| Other race | 728 | 3.1% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 92 | 0.4% |
| Asian | 39 | 0.2% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 47.7% | 42.5% | 43.3% |
| $50k – $100k | 31.2% | 31.8% | 31.4% |
| $100k – $200k | 19.3% | 20.7% | 20.0% |
| Over $200k | 1.7% | 5.0% | 5.2% |
Under $10k
4.9%
$10k–$15k
6.9%
$15k–$25k
8.2%
$25k–$35k
5.8%
$35k–$50k
12.8%
$50k–$75k
16.8%
$75k–$100k
17.9%
$100k–$150k
14.4%
$150k–$200k
9.9%
$200k+
2.4%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 4.9% |
| $10k–$15k | 6.9% |
| $15k–$25k | 8.2% |
| $25k–$35k | 5.8% |
| $35k–$50k | 12.8% |
| $50k–$75k | 16.8% |
| $75k–$100k | 17.9% |
| $100k–$150k | 14.4% |
| $150k–$200k | 9.9% |
| $200k+ | 2.4% |
| Median income | $64,212 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
3.5%
$50k–$100k
10.3%
$100k–$150k
20.7%
$150k–$200k
24.2%
$200k–$300k
25.5%
$300k–$500k
13.9%
$500k–$1M
1.7%
$1M+
0.2%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $181,400 |
| Median rent / month | $822 |
| Owner occupied | 63.3% |
| Renter occupied | 36.7% |
| Vacant | 6.2% |
| Single-family detached | 63.2% |
| Large apartment buildings | 8.2% |
| Mobile homes | 1.8% |
| Median rooms | 5.8 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.50 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.4% |
| 2010–2019 | 9.8% |
| 2000–2009 | 13.6% |
| 1990–1999 | 7.9% |
| 1980–1989 | 10.5% |
| 1970–1979 | 20.1% |
| 1960–1969 | 23.2% |
| 1950–1959 | 11.0% |
| 1940–1949 | 1.5% |
| 1939 or earlier | 2.0% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 3.9% |
| 1 bedroom | 11.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | 22.0% |
| 3 bedrooms | 44.1% |
| 4 bedrooms | 14.7% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.5% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 7.6% |
| 1 vehicle | 41.0% |
| 2 vehicles | 33.9% |
| 3 or more | 17.5% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 65.4% |
| Electricity | 32.4% |
| Propane / LP gas | 0.6% |
| Fuel oil | 0.1% |
| Wood | 0.6% |
| No fuel used | 0.7% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 3,634 | 41.4% |
| Cohabiting couple | 679 | 7.7% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 1,627 | 18.5% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 2,831 | 32.3% |
| Households with children under 18 | 2,496 | 28.5% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 2,746 | 31.3% |
| Average household size | 2.35 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 37.5% | 32.8% |
| Married | 46.2% | 44.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 7.8% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 13.2% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
4.0%
Some HS, no diploma
6.7%
HS graduate
30.9%
Some college, no degree
24.0%
Associate's degree
14.4%
Bachelor's degree
12.6%
Graduate / professional
7.4%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 89.4% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 20.0% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 327 | 6.4% |
| Kindergarten | 239 | 4.7% |
| Elementary school | 1,784 | 35.0% |
| High school | 1,316 | 25.8% |
| College / grad school | 1,430 | 28.1% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
26.5%
Manufacturing
18.3%
Retail trade
14.7%
Arts, food & hospitality
9.1%
Professional & management
7.7%
Public administration
7.5%
Transportation & utilities
4.4%
Finance & real estate
3.1%
Construction
3.0%
Other services
2.8%
Wholesale trade
1.6%
Information
1.5%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 33.9% |
| Service | 21.3% |
| Sales & office | 22.0% |
| Natural resources & construction | 6.1% |
| Production & transportation | 16.8% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 81.9% |
| Government | 15.7% |
| Self-employed | 2.4% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.0% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 81.5% |
| Carpool | 10.6% |
| Public transit | 0.4% |
| Walk | 0.2% |
| Work from home | 5.2% |
| Other means | 2.1% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 24.3 |
Poverty
All people
16.9%
Under 18 years
27.7%
18 and over
13.7%
Married-couple families
3.5%
Female-led households
35.8%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 31.2% |
| Retirement income | 26.7% |
| Supplemental Security | 5.6% |
| Cash public assistance | 1.2% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 13.7% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| High blood pressure | 36.7% |
| High cholesterol | 34.1% |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart disease | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| Arthritis | 30.9% |
| Kidney disease | 3.5% |
| Pulmonary disease | 9.3% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 21.5% |
| Binge drinking | 16.4% |
| No physical activity | 28.2% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 36.0% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Fair or poor health | 17.5% |
| Poor mental health | 16.0% |
| Poor physical health | 11.8% |
| No health insurance | 14.5% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 79.2% |
| Visited dentist | 61.0% |
| Cholesterol screening | 89.3% |
| Teeth loss | 17.0% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 1,462 | 9.1% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 19.3% |
| Under 18 | 14.3% |
| 18–64 years | 15.1% |
| 65 and over | 38.8% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 66.7% |
| Public insurance | 39.3% |
| No insurance | 7.0% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 3.6% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 19,500 | 93.0% |
| Spanish | 570 | 2.9% |
| Other Indo-European | 452 | 2.3% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 100 | 0.5% |
| Other languages | 9 | 0.0% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 20,687 | 98.6% |
| Born in same state | 19,901 | 94.9% |
| Born in different state | 16,793 | 80.1% |
| Foreign born | 786 | 3.7% |
| Naturalized citizen | 286 | 1.4% |
| Not a US citizen | 224 | 78.3% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 2,041 | 9.7% |
| Arab | 1,310 | 6.2% |
| French | 1,181 | 5.6% |
| Irish | 597 | 2.8% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English | 101 | 0.5% |
| Polish | 43 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 19 | 0.1% |
| German | 17 | 0.1% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 41.8% |
| Internet access | 91.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 44053
What city is ZIP code 44053 in?
ZIP code 44053 is primarily assigned to Lorain, Ohio.
What county is ZIP code 44053 in?
ZIP code 44053 falls within Lorain County, Ohio.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 44053?
17% of residents in ZIP code 44053 live below the poverty line, above the national average.
Does ZIP code 44053 have a large veteran population?
9% of civilians in ZIP code 44053 are veterans, above the national average of ~7%.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 44053?
The median home value in ZIP code 44053 is $181,400.
What is the population of ZIP code 44053?
ZIP code 44053 has an estimated population of 20,973 residents, with a density of 1,936 people per square mile.
What timezone is ZIP code 44053 in?
ZIP code 44053 observes the EST timezone.