45236 ZIP Code — Cincinnati, OH
Hamilton County, Ohio
ZIP code 45236 is located in Cincinnati, Ohio, within Hamilton County. It covers approximately 6.88 square miles and serves a population of 24,504 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Eastern (ET) timezone, served by area code 513.
About ZIP code 45236
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the 1950s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $200,500. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 64%.
Median household income is $79,785. 33% 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 20 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is high — 47% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33%.
24,504
population
6.88
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Eastern (ET)
timezone
45236 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 45236
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 45236. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Cincinnati | Acceptable |
| Cincinnati | Acceptable |
| Cincinnati | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
45213 Cincinnati (2.3 mi)
45237 Cincinnati (3.1 mi)
45243 Cincinnati (3.2 mi)
45227 Cincinnati (3.6 mi)
45242 Cincinnati (3.7 mi)
45209 Cincinnati (4 mi)
45215 Cincinnati (4 mi)
45212 Cincinnati (4.2 mi)
45216 Cincinnati (4.4 mi)
45999 Cincinnati (4.5 mi)
45221 Cincinnati (4.5 mi)
45263 Cincinnati (4.5 mi)
Demographics
updated 06/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 24,504 |
| Population density | 3,562 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 39 |
| County FIPS | 061 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 6.88 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi |
| Latitude | 39.2071 |
| Longitude | -84.3968 |
| Timezone | Eastern (ET) |
| Area code | 513 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 06/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 39.4% | 43.3% | 43.3% |
| $50k – $100k | 30.6% | 28.8% | 31.4% |
| $100k – $200k | 24.2% | 20.7% | 20.0% |
| Over $200k | 5.8% | 7.2% | 5.2% |
Demographics & statistics
24,504
Population
3,562
People per sq mi
41.6
Median age
$79,785
Median household income
$46,186
Per capita income
$200,500
Median home value
$1,075
Median monthly rent
64.3%
Home ownership
8.2%
Poverty rate
3.9%
Unemployment
8,198
Housing units
47.1%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
710
Under 5
705
562
5–9
558
457
10–14
453
688
15–19
684
481
20–24
478
2,183
25–34
2,168
1,492
35–44
1,481
1,251
45–54
1,243
934
55–59
928
901
60–64
895
1,587
65–74
1,575
682
75–84
677
367
85+
364
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4,475 | 18.3% |
| 18 and over | 20,029 | 81.7% |
| 65 and over | 5,252 | 21.4% |
| Median age | 41.6 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
75.1%
Black or African American
11.9%
Asian
5%
Two or more races
3.8%
Hispanic or Latino
2.6%
Other race
1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 18,893 | 75.1% |
| Black or African American | 2,989 | 11.9% |
| Asian | 1,269 | 5% |
| Two or more races | 959 | 3.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 656 | 2.6% |
| Other race | 338 | 1.3% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 56 | 0.2% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 39.4% | 43.3% | 43.3% |
| $50k – $100k | 30.6% | 28.8% | 31.4% |
| $100k – $200k | 24.2% | 20.7% | 20.0% |
| Over $200k | 5.8% | 7.2% | 5.2% |
Under $10k
4.1%
$10k–$15k
3.9%
$15k–$25k
4.8%
$25k–$35k
8.2%
$35k–$50k
10.2%
$50k–$75k
14.9%
$75k–$100k
15.0%
$100k–$150k
22.7%
$150k–$200k
7.9%
$200k+
8.4%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 4.1% |
| $10k–$15k | 3.9% |
| $15k–$25k | 4.8% |
| $25k–$35k | 8.2% |
| $35k–$50k | 10.2% |
| $50k–$75k | 14.9% |
| $75k–$100k | 15.0% |
| $100k–$150k | 22.7% |
| $150k–$200k | 7.9% |
| $200k+ | 8.4% |
| Median income | $79,785 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
0.5%
$50k–$100k
2.2%
$100k–$150k
15.6%
$150k–$200k
31.5%
$200k–$300k
30.5%
$300k–$500k
11.1%
$500k–$1M
8.1%
$1M+
0.5%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $200,500 |
| Median rent / month | $1,075 |
| Owner occupied | 64.3% |
| Renter occupied | 35.7% |
| Vacant | 7.2% |
| Single-family detached | 66.7% |
| Large apartment buildings | 7.5% |
| Mobile homes | 0.1% |
| Median rooms | 5.7 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.29 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.2% |
| 2010–2019 | 0.9% |
| 2000–2009 | 0.7% |
| 1990–1999 | 3.9% |
| 1980–1989 | 10.6% |
| 1970–1979 | 9.1% |
| 1960–1969 | 15.4% |
| 1950–1959 | 27.2% |
| 1940–1949 | 17.1% |
| 1939 or earlier | 15.1% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 3.7% |
| 1 bedroom | 12.9% |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.0% |
| 3 bedrooms | 34.4% |
| 4 bedrooms | 15.0% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.0% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 6.6% |
| 1 vehicle | 37.3% |
| 2 vehicles | 40.1% |
| 3 or more | 16.0% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 70.9% |
| Electricity | 27.1% |
| Propane / LP gas | 0.9% |
| Fuel oil | 0.1% |
| No fuel used | 0.3% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 4,880 | 42.9% |
| Cohabiting couple | 1,044 | 9.2% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 2,485 | 21.9% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 2,963 | 26.1% |
| Households with children under 18 | 2,584 | 22.7% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 3,864 | 34.0% |
| Average household size | 2.10 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 34.3% | 27.9% |
| Married | 50.3% | 46.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 12.6% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 11.6% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
1.0%
Some HS, no diploma
4.3%
HS graduate
22.5%
Some college, no degree
16.7%
Associate's degree
8.4%
Bachelor's degree
30.2%
Graduate / professional
16.9%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 94.7% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 47.1% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 378 | 8.4% |
| Kindergarten | 353 | 7.8% |
| Elementary school | 1,413 | 31.4% |
| High school | 1,272 | 28.2% |
| College / grad school | 1,087 | 24.1% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
19.2%
Professional & management
13.8%
Manufacturing
13.3%
Retail trade
12.7%
Arts, food & hospitality
10.4%
Finance & real estate
8.2%
Construction
5.1%
Other services
4.4%
Information
3.6%
Public administration
3.5%
Transportation & utilities
3.2%
Wholesale trade
2.4%
Agriculture & mining
0.2%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 46.7% |
| Service | 13.2% |
| Sales & office | 27.5% |
| Natural resources & construction | 5.2% |
| Production & transportation | 7.4% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 87.8% |
| Government | 7.7% |
| Self-employed | 3.7% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.9% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 77.6% |
| Carpool | 5.2% |
| Public transit | 1.1% |
| Walk | 0.7% |
| Work from home | 13.2% |
| Other means | 2.2% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 20.4 |
Poverty
All people
8.2%
Under 18 years
10.4%
18 and over
7.8%
Married-couple families
0.7%
Female-led households
27.6%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 33.3% |
| Retirement income | 24.7% |
| Supplemental Security | 3.1% |
| Cash public assistance | 2.2% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 3.5% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 32.2% |
| High blood pressure | 33.1% |
| High cholesterol | 29.5% |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart disease | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| Arthritis | 27.3% |
| Kidney disease | 3.0% |
| Pulmonary disease | 7.2% |
| Cancer | 7.4% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 18.6% |
| Binge drinking | 18.3% |
| No physical activity | 23.5% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 35.8% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Fair or poor health | 13.6% |
| Poor mental health | 14.8% |
| Poor physical health | 9.6% |
| No health insurance | 10.7% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 78.2% |
| Visited dentist | 68.5% |
| Cholesterol screening | 90.2% |
| Teeth loss | 12.8% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 1,232 | 6.2% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 11.9% |
| Under 18 | 4.9% |
| 18–64 years | 10.1% |
| 65 and over | 23.9% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 77.1% |
| Public insurance | 31.2% |
| No insurance | 4.9% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 3.0% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 23,089 | 94.2% |
| Spanish | 563 | 2.4% |
| Other Indo-European | 182 | 0.8% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 153 | 0.7% |
| Other languages | 198 | 0.9% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 22,916 | 93.5% |
| Born in same state | 22,702 | 92.6% |
| Born in different state | 17,343 | 70.8% |
| Foreign born | 214 | 0.9% |
| Naturalized citizen | 1,588 | 6.5% |
| Not a US citizen | 642 | 40.4% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 3,620 | 14.8% |
| French | 2,694 | 11% |
| Arab | 1,314 | 5.4% |
| English | 177 | 0.7% |
| Irish | 170 | 0.7% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Polish | 131 | 0.5% |
| Norwegian | 49 | 0.2% |
| German | 30 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 6 | 0% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 46.4% |
| Internet access | 93.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 45236
What city is ZIP code 45236 in?
ZIP code 45236 is primarily assigned to Cincinnati, Ohio.
What county is ZIP code 45236 in?
ZIP code 45236 falls within Hamilton County, Ohio.
How educated is the population of ZIP code 45236?
47% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher — well above the national average of ~33%, reflecting a highly educated population.
What is the population of ZIP code 45236?
ZIP code 45236 has an estimated population of 24,504 residents, with a density of 3,562 people per square mile.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 45236?
The median home value in ZIP code 45236 is $200,500.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 45236?
The median household income in ZIP code 45236 is $79,785, above the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 45236 in?
ZIP code 45236 observes the EST timezone.