The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44451 sells for about $295,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $740 a month.
ZIP 44451 — North Jackson
The housing market in 44451 is characterized by low inventory and steady demand, driven by its strategic location near major highway interchanges. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, reflecting a stable local economy and limited new construction. Buyers are finding a competitive environment for well-maintained single-family homes, while the rental market remains tight.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters seeking a quiet, rural-suburban lifestyle with easy highway access to regional employment centers. It is less suited for those requiring high-density urban amenities or extensive public transit.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 days on market with 3.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.5% · poverty 13.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 9.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 44451, Mahoning County OH
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
North Jackson generally experiences low crime rates consistent with rural and suburban Mahoning County, with property crime being the primary concern. It is considered safer than the more urbanized centers of Youngstown and Warren.
Schools serving the area are part of the Jackson-Milton Local School District, which provides a small-town educational environment. Performance ratings are generally moderate, reflecting the district's focus on community-based learning.
The area is primarily at risk for severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood risks associated with local creek basins. Insurance premiums are generally stable compared to coastal or high-wildfire regions.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Youngstown-Warren industrial corridor and logistics hubs along the I-76/I-80 interchange. Development is characterized by a mix of residential expansion and light industrial/commercial growth.
Property taxes are levied by Mahoning County and the Jackson-Milton Local School District, with rates determined by local millage elections. Ohio law provides a homestead exemption for qualifying seniors and disabled homeowners.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with convenient access to the I-76 and I-80 corridors providing direct routes to Youngstown, Warren, and the broader Akron-Canton employment hubs.
The area features access to local parks and rural green spaces, with proximity to Meander Creek Reservoir for outdoor activities. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along the Mahoning Avenue corridor and nearby suburban retail centers.
The rental market is limited in depth, consisting mostly of single-family homes and small multi-family units. Vacancy pressure is low due to the scarcity of rental inventory, and rents have seen modest growth.
The economy is anchored by logistics, manufacturing, and regional services, benefiting from the area's strategic location at the intersection of major interstate highways. It serves as a bedroom community for the broader Youngstown-Warren metropolitan area.
The area is served by a network of state routes and is highly dependent on the I-76 and I-80 corridors for regional connectivity. Public transit options are minimal, necessitating private vehicle ownership.
Development is focused on low-density residential growth and the expansion of commercial infrastructure along major arterial roads. There is ongoing interest in light industrial development near the highway corridors.
The Mahoning County Auditor's office conducts triennial updates and sexennial reappraisals to ensure property assessments reflect current market values.
Parcels are subject to Jackson-Milton Local School District taxes and various county-level levies, including those for health and human services.
Property insurance remains generally affordable, though premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the age of housing stock.
Data retrieved from ZCTA 44451 census profiles and local market aggregators.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A large reservoir providing scenic views and limited recreational access.
Serves as a community hub for local school sports and events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.