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17842

Pennsylvania · 8,266 residents · 79.372 sq mi
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ZIP 17842 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $62,940. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $210,500. Among the 12 ZIP codes in Snyder County, 17842 ranks 8th by median household income.

$62,940
US average: $82,259
$210,500
US average: $376,019
17.5%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
21.9%
Age 65+
17.7%
51.1%
48.9%
2.50 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic95.9%(7,924)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino2.3%(190)
Asian0.1%(6)
Other1.8%(146)
Diversity Score10%(829)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Snyder County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST8TH OF 12HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
17086$61,875
17812$59,338
17813$64,792
17827$61,806
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 17842?

ZIP code 17842 has about 8,266 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 17842?

The typical household in ZIP code 17842 earns about $62,940 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 17842 expensive?

In ZIP code 17842, the median home is worth about $210,500, and the typical rent is about $878 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 17842?

About 17.5% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 17842 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 17842?

About 11.6% of people in ZIP code 17842 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024