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Cities in ZIP code 15208

The cities below are at least partially located in ZIP code 15208. In addition to the primary city for a ZIP code, USPS also publishes a list of other acceptable cities that can be used with ZIP code 15208. However, if you are mailing something to ZIP code 15208, you should not use any of the cities listed as unacceptable. Choose from the primary or acceptable cities when mailing your package or letter.

Primary city:

Pittsburgh, PA

Acceptable:

Homewood

Unacceptable:

Pgh, Pitt

Stats and Demographics for the 15208 ZIP Code

ZIP code 15208 is located in southwest Pennsylvania and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a large population density.

The people living in ZIP code 15208 are primarily black or African American. The number of middle aged adults is large while the number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is large. There are also an extremely small number of families and an extremely large number of single parents. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 15208 ZIP code is slightly higher than average compared to other areas of the country.

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 15208 has a slightly higher than average percentage of vacancies.

The majority of household are rented. Homes in ZIP code 15208 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 15208 real estate data, the median home value of $98,100 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also low compared to nearby ZIP codes. 15208 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 15208 are most commonly 1 bedrooms. The rent for 1 bedrooms is normally $500-$749/month including utilities. 2 bedrooms are also common and rent for $500-$749/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 15208 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $31,184 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, ZIP code 15208 may not be as nice as other parts of town.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. ZIP code 15208 uses public transportation to get to work more than almost anywhere in the country. If you are a person that likes walking or biking to work, it will be a comfort for you to know that 15208 has a well above average number of people who do not use a vehicle to commute. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. A slightly higher than average number of commuters in 15208 can expect to fall in that range. There are a slightly smaller percentage of employees that have to travel over 45 minutes to reach their place of employment.

Schools and Education

The area has some of the highest percentages of people who attended college of any ZIP.

Schools in ZIP Code 15208

ZIP Code 15208 is in the Pittsburgh School District. There are 9 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 15208.