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17979

Pennsylvania · 130 residents · 0.309 sq mi
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ZIP 17979 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $178,661. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $268,100. With a median age of 61.9, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Poverty is rare here, at 0.0% of residents. Households here earn about 162% more than the Schuylkill County median. Among the 50 ZIP codes in Schuylkill County, 17979 ranks 1st by median household income.

$178,661
US average: $82,259
$268,100
US average: $376,019
36.9%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
0.0%
Age 65+
33.1%
37.7%
62.3%
2.55 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic100%(130)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score0%(0)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
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Within Schuylkill County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST1ST OF 50HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
17901$62,484
17921$71,141
17922$99,260
17923$32,857
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 17979?

ZIP code 17979 has about 130 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 17979?

The typical household in ZIP code 17979 earns about $178,661 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 17979 expensive?

In ZIP code 17979, the median home is worth about $268,100.

How educated are people in ZIP code 17979?

About 36.9% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 17979 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 17979?

About 0.0% of people in ZIP code 17979 live below the federal poverty line.

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