ZIP code 17972

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 17972 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Schuylkill Haven, PA. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 17972 ZIP code area.

17972 is the zip code for

Schuylkill Haven, PA

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Total population
11,627▲
Housing units
5,050▲
Land area
(sq. miles)
40.95
Density
(people per sq. mile)
283.93▲
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.03

Demographic data for zip code 17972

Gender:

Male
5,626▲
Female
6,001▲
Median age
Male
41.30
Female
42.40
Gender

Households:

Total households
4,721▲
Family households
3,102▲
Nonfamily households
1,619▲
Average household size
2.44▲
Average family size
2.97▲
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
5,050▲
Occupied housing units
4,721▲
Owner-occupied
3,561▲
Renter-occupied
1,160▲
Vacant housing units
329▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
621▲
5 to 9 years
720▼
10 to 14 years
740▲
15 to 19 years
927▲
20 to 24 years
575▲
25 to 34 years
1,193▼
35 to 44 years
1,552▼
45 to 54 years
1,868▲
55 to 59 years
795▲
60 to 64 years
697▲
65 to 74 years
1,004▲
75 to 84 years
650▼
85 years and over
285▲
Median age
41.90▲
Age

Race:

White
10,926
Hispanic or Latino
205
Black or African American
263
Asian
112
American Indian & Alaska Native
12
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
5
Other (One Race)
1
Two or More Races
103
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 17972

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
8,898
Civilian labor force
5,458
Employed
5,059
Unemployed
399
Armed Forces
55
Not in labor force
3,385
Percent Unemployed
7.3%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
4,971
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
4,070
Carpooled
513
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
12
Walked
253
Other means
17
Worked at home
106
Mean travel time
27.1 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
5,059
Management / business / science / arts
1,447
Service
643
Sales / office
1,342
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
503
Production / transportation / material moving
1,124
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
5,059
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
66
Construction
366
Manufacturing
1,120
Wholesale trade
109
Retail trade
761
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
333
Information
50
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
205
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
250
Educational services / health care / social assistance
1,089
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
326
Public administration
115
Other services
269
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
5,059
Private wage & salary workers
4,222
Government workers
462
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
359
Unpaid family workers
16
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
4,603
Less than $10,000
343
$10,000 to $14,999
183
$15,000 to $24,999
721
$25,000 to $34,999
543
$35,000 to $49,999
687
$50,000 to $74,999
1,014
$75,000 to $99,999
547
$100,000 to $149,999
270
$150,000 to $199,999
171
$200,000 or more
124
Median household income
$45,334
Mean household income
$59,944
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
12.3%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 17972

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Blue Mountain Hs
1076 W Market St		(570) 366-05111,0058714.7
Schuylkill Haven El Ctr
701 East Main Street		(570) 385-673154511716.1
Schuylkill Haven Ms
120 Haven Street		(570) 385-67083275615.7
Schuylkill Haven Shs
501 East Main St		(570) 385-671759210617.0
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Public libraries around Schuylkill Haven, PA

NameAddress
Schuylkill Haven Fr Pub Lib
104 Saint John St
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
Shenandoah Area Free Public Library
15 West Washington Street
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 17972

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Ashland Regional Medical Ctr101 Broad Street
Ashland, PA 17921		(570) 875-2000116
Good Samaritan Reg Med Center
700 East Norwegian Street
Pottsville, PA 17901		(570) 621-4000151
Pottsville Hosp & Warne Clinic
420 South Jackson Street
Pottsville, PA 17901		(570) 621-5000203
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 17972

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Domino's Pizza275 Rt 61 S
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972		Pizza570-385-3001
McDonald's928 E Main St
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972		Fast Food, Hamburgers, Sandwiches570-385-5655
McDonald's43a Center Ave
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972		Fast Food, Hamburgers, Sandwiches570-429-2070
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Crime Rates in Schuylkill Haven, PA

Crime rates in Schuylkill Haven, PA:

Total
129
Violent Crime
17
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
3
Robbery
1
Aggravated Assault
13
Property Crime
112
Burglary
15
Larceny & Theft
93
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
Arson
0
Schuylkill Haven, PA

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