ZIP Code 17901
Post Office City: | Pottsville, PA (View All Cities) |
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County: | Schuylkill County |
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Timezone: | Eastern (7:00am) |
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Coordinates: | 40.7, -76.3 ZIP (~10 mile radius) |
Cities in ZIP code 17901
The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 17901.
The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 17901 is usually the name of the main post office.
When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities.
Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.
- Primary/preferred city:
- Pottsville, PA
- Unacceptable:
- Becks, Buck Run, Bunker Hill, Dieners Hill, Duncott, Glen Carbon, Glen Dower, Glenworth, Greenbury, Heckschersville, Heckscherville, Hillside, New Street, North Manheim, Palo Alto, Phoenix Park, Pine Hill, Primrose, Seltzer, Wadesville
Stats and Demographics for the 17901 ZIP Code
ZIP code 17901 is located in eastern Pennsylvania and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly less than average population density.
The people living in ZIP code 17901 are primarily white. 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 a small number of families and a large number of single adults. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 17901 ZIP code is slightly less than average compared to other areas of the country.
Population |
23,990 |
|
Population Density |
307 |
people per sq mi |
Housing Units |
11,387 |
|
Median Home Value |
$89,500 |
|
Land Area |
78.03 |
sq mi |
Water Area |
0.35 |
sq mi |
Occupied Housing Units |
10,091 |
|
Median Household Income |
$41,063 |
|
Estimated Population over Time
Total Population by Age
Median Age: | 44 | | Male Median Age: | 42 | | Female Median Age: | 45 | |
Male | 621 | 669 | 675 | 755 | 701 | 673 | 638 | 745 | 859 | 891 | 903 | 897 | 754 | 536 | 429 | 314 | 287 | 235 |
Female | 635 | 677 | 750 | 670 | 613 | 658 | 631 | 723 | 877 | 866 | 962 | 910 | 808 | 605 | 459 | 481 | 476 | 607 |
Total | 1,256 | 1,346 | 1,425 | 1,425 | 1,314 | 1,331 | 1,269 | 1,468 | 1,736 | 1,757 | 1,865 | 1,807 | 1,562 | 1,141 | 888 | 795 | 763 | 842 |
Under 5 | 621 | 635 | 1,256 |
5-9 | 669 | 677 | 1,346 |
10-14 | 675 | 750 | 1,425 |
15-19 | 755 | 670 | 1,425 |
20-24 | 701 | 613 | 1,314 |
25-29 | 673 | 658 | 1,331 |
30-34 | 638 | 631 | 1,269 |
35-39 | 745 | 723 | 1,468 |
40-44 | 859 | 877 | 1,736 |
45-49 | 891 | 866 | 1,757 |
50-54 | 903 | 962 | 1,865 |
55-59 | 897 | 910 | 1,807 |
60-64 | 754 | 808 | 1,562 |
65-69 | 536 | 605 | 1,141 |
70-74 | 429 | 459 | 888 |
75-79 | 314 | 481 | 795 |
80-84 | 287 | 476 | 763 |
85 Plus | 235 | 607 | 842 |
Male |
11,582 |
48% |
Female |
12,408 |
52% |
Gender
White |
22,865 |
95.3% |
Black Or African American |
476 |
2.0% |
American Indian Or Alaskan Native |
28 |
0.1% |
Asian |
151 |
0.6% |
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander |
0 |
0.0% |
Other Race |
135 |
0.6% |
Two Or More Races |
335 |
1.4% |
Race
Head of Household by Age
Owner | 68 | 582 | 1,165 | 1,474 | 1,605 | 1,034 | 716 | 313 |
Renter | 241 | 577 | 503 | 532 | 383 | 307 | 349 | 242 |
Total | 309 | 1,159 | 1,668 | 2,006 | 1,988 | 1,341 | 1,065 | 555 |
15-24 | 68 | 241 | 309 |
25-34 | 582 | 577 | 1,159 |
35-44 | 1,165 | 503 | 1,668 |
45-54 | 1,474 | 532 | 2,006 |
55-64 | 1,605 | 383 | 1,988 |
65-74 | 1,034 | 307 | 1,341 |
75-84 | 716 | 349 | 1,065 |
85 Plus | 313 | 242 | 555 |
Husband Wife Family Households |
4,479 |
44% |
Single Guardian |
1,790 |
18% |
Singles |
3,260 |
32% |
Singles With Roommate |
562 |
6% |
Families vs Singles
Average Household Size: 2 |
Households without Kids |
7,345 |
73% |
Households with Kids |
2,746 |
27% |
Households with Kids
Children by Age
Male | 117 | 132 | 134 | 125 | 137 | 113 | 134 | 142 | 143 | 134 | 130 | 159 | 127 | 125 | 160 | 163 | 156 | 148 | 128 | 136 |
Female | 126 | 132 | 107 | 153 | 125 | 140 | 137 | 140 | 135 | 142 | 150 | 148 | 149 | 161 | 136 | 153 | 166 | 116 | 99 | 124 |
Total | 243 | 264 | 241 | 278 | 262 | 253 | 271 | 282 | 278 | 276 | 280 | 307 | 276 | 286 | 296 | 316 | 322 | 264 | 227 | 260 |
1 | 117 | 126 | 243 |
2 | 132 | 132 | 264 |
3 | 134 | 107 | 241 |
4 | 125 | 153 | 278 |
5 | 137 | 125 | 262 |
6 | 113 | 140 | 253 |
7 | 134 | 137 | 271 |
8 | 142 | 140 | 282 |
9 | 143 | 135 | 278 |
10 | 134 | 142 | 276 |
11 | 130 | 150 | 280 |
12 | 159 | 148 | 307 |
13 | 127 | 149 | 276 |
14 | 125 | 161 | 286 |
15 | 160 | 136 | 296 |
16 | 163 | 153 | 316 |
17 | 156 | 166 | 322 |
18 | 148 | 116 | 264 |
19 | 128 | 99 | 227 |
20 | 136 | 124 | 260 |
Real Estate and Housing
ZIP code 17901 has a slightly less than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities and nursing homes nearby.
The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 17901 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 17901 real estate data, the median home value of $89,500 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also slightly less than average compared to nearby ZIP codes. 17901 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 17901 are most commonly 2 bedrooms. The rent for 2 bedrooms is normally $500-$749/month including utilities. 1 bedrooms are also common and rent for $200-$299/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 17901 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.
For more information, see Pottsville, PA real estate.
In Occupied Housing Units |
23,319 |
97.2% |
Correctional Facility For Adults |
270 |
1.1% |
Juvenile Facilities |
9 |
0.0% |
Nursing Facilities |
342 |
1.4% |
Other Institutional |
0 |
0.0% |
College Student Housing |
0 |
0.0% |
Military Quarters |
0 |
0.0% |
Other Noninstitutional |
50 |
0.2% |
Housing Type
Owned Households With A Mortgage |
3,976 |
35% |
Owned Households Free & Clear |
2,981 |
26% |
Renter Occupied Households |
3,134 |
28% |
Households Vacant |
1,296 |
11% |
Housing Occupancy
For Rent |
287 |
22% |
Rented & Unoccupied |
16 |
1% |
For Sale Only |
187 |
14% |
Sold & Unoccupied |
107 |
8% |
For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use |
116 |
9% |
For Migrant Workers |
0 |
0% |
Vacant For Other Reasons |
583 |
45% |
Vacancy Reasons
Owner Occupied Home Values
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms
Studio Apartment |
240 |
7% |
1 Bedroom |
1,053 |
31% |
2 Bedroom |
1,092 |
32% |
3+ Bedroom |
987 |
29% |
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms
Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities
Cost of a Studio Apartment
Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work
The median household income of $41,063 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, ZIP code 17901 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. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. More commuters in 17901 get to experience these short commute times than most other ZIP codes. There are a slightly smaller percentage of employees that have to travel over 45 minutes to reach their place of employment.
Worked Full-time with Earnings |
6,826 |
35% |
Worked Part-time with Earnings |
4,860 |
25% |
No Earnings |
7,776 |
40% |
Employment Status
Average Household Income over Time
Annual Individual Earnings
Sources of Household Income
Percent of Households Receiving Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Household Investment Income
Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Household Retirement Income
Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Worked Full-time with Earnings |
6,826 |
35% |
Worked Part-time with Earnings |
4,860 |
25% |
No Earnings |
7,776 |
40% |
Source of Earnings
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over
Car, truck, or van |
9,128 |
91.0% |
Public transportation |
75 |
0.7% |
Taxicab |
0 |
0.0% |
Motorcycle |
3 |
0.0% |
Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means |
630 |
6.3% |
Worked at Home |
195 |
1.9% |
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over
Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)
Schools and Education
The population has a much higher percentage of people with low education levels (less than high school) than normal. Despite the lower high school graduation rates, compared to other ZIPs, a much higher percentage of the population has received a college degree.
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over
Less than High School Diploma |
2,145 |
12.6% |
High School Graduate |
10,575 |
62.0% |
Associate's degree |
1,432 |
8.4% |
Bachelor's degree |
1,774 |
10.4% |
Master's degree |
826 |
4.8% |
Professional school degree |
207 |
1.2% |
Doctorate degree |
100 |
0.6% |
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)
Enrolled in Public School |
3,488 |
77.8% |
Enrolled in Private School |
499 |
11.1% |
Not Enrolled in School |
497 |
11.1% |
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)
Schools in ZIP Code 17901
ZIP Code 17901 is in the following school districts: Gillingham Charter School District, Minersville Area School District, Pottsville Area School District, and Private. There are 7 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 17901.
Gillingham Charter School
915 Howard Avenue
Pottsville, PA 17901
Grade Level: Other/Combined or Ungraded
District: Gillingham Charter School District
Early Childhood Edu Center
24 Llewellyn Road
Pottsville, PA 17901
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Minersville Area School District
Clarke El Center
601 North 16th St
Pottsville, PA 17901
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Pottsville Area School District
Lengel Ms
1541 Laurel Blvd
Pottsville, PA 17901
Grade Level: Middle/Elementary
District: Pottsville Area School District
Pottsville Area High School
16th Street & Elk Avenue
Pottsville, PA 17901
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Pottsville Area School District
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