ZIP code 19602

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 19602 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Reading, 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 19602 ZIP code area.

19602 is the zip code for

Reading, PA

Total population
17,900▲
Housing units
8,060▲
Land area
(sq. miles)
2.47
Density
(people per sq. mile)
7,246.96▲
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.07

Demographic data for zip code 19602

Gender:

Male
8,830▲
Female
9,070▲
Median age
Male
29.70
Female
30.60
Gender

Households:

Total households
6,716▼
Family households
3,898▲
Nonfamily households
2,818▼
Average household size
2.65▲
Average family size
3.44▲
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
8,060▲
Occupied housing units
6,716▼
Owner-occupied
2,272▼
Renter-occupied
4,444▲
Vacant housing units
1,344▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
1,742▲
5 to 9 years
1,510▲
10 to 14 years
1,450▲
15 to 19 years
1,390▲
20 to 24 years
1,423▲
25 to 34 years
2,528▼
35 to 44 years
2,312▼
45 to 54 years
2,245▲
55 to 59 years
870▲
60 to 64 years
752▲
65 to 74 years
904▼
75 to 84 years
559▼
85 years and over
215▼
Median age
30.20▼
Age

Race:

White
4,689
Hispanic or Latino
10,817
Black or African American
1,891
Asian
133
American Indian & Alaska Native
31
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
11
Other (One Race)
21
Two or More Races
307
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 19602

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
13,893
Civilian labor force
8,073
Employed
6,121
Unemployed
1,952
Armed Forces
19
Not in labor force
5,801
Percent Unemployed
24.2%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
5,872
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
3,196
Carpooled
1,398
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
740
Walked
343
Other means
65
Worked at home
130
Mean travel time
24.1 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,121
Management / business / science / arts
597
Service
2,091
Sales / office
1,231
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
422
Production / transportation / material moving
1,780
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,121
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
19
Construction
253
Manufacturing
1,453
Wholesale trade
147
Retail trade
609
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
287
Information
77
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
170
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
704
Educational services / health care / social assistance
1,151
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
816
Public administration
91
Other services
344
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,121
Private wage & salary workers
5,605
Government workers
390
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
118
Unpaid family workers
8
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
7,101
Less than $10,000
1,590
$10,000 to $14,999
882
$15,000 to $24,999
1,572
$25,000 to $34,999
1,073
$35,000 to $49,999
815
$50,000 to $74,999
548
$75,000 to $99,999
330
$100,000 to $149,999
182
$150,000 to $199,999
83
$200,000 or more
26
Median household income
$21,585
Mean household income
$31,603
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
43.6%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 19602

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Amanda E Stout El Sch
321 S 10th St		(610) 371-581573061018.3
Sixteenth & Haak El Sch
1601 Haak St		(610) 371-576062337021.3
Southern Ms
931 Chestnut St		(610) 371-580276560817.9
Southwest Ms
300 Chestnut St		(610) 371-593464253215.9
Tyson-schoener El Sch
315 S 5th St		(610) 371-595169557217.7
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Public libraries around Reading, PA

NameAddress
Reading Public Library
100 S. 5th Street
Reading, PA 19602
Sinking Spring Public Library
3940 Penn Ave
Sinking Spring, PA 19608
Muhlenberg Community Library
3612 Kutztown Rd
Laureldale, PA 19605
Berks Co Pub Libraries
1037f Macarthur Road
Reading, PA 19605
Exeter Community Library
4569 Prestwick Drive
Reading, PA 19606
Mifflin Community Library
6 Philadelphia Ave.
Shillington, PA 19607
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Universities and Colleges around 19602

NameAddressPhone
Alvernia College Italian American Research Center400 Saint Bernardine Street
Reading, PA 19607		(610) 796-8356
Albright College Operator13th & Exeter Sts
Reading, PA 19601		(610) 921-7856
Albright College2230 Alsace Road
Reading, PA 19604		(610) 372-5951
Albright College2150 Alsace Road
Reading, PA 19604		(610) 373-9770
Albright College - President's OfficeP.o. Box 000
Reading, PA 19601		(610) 921-7600
Albright College1621 North 13th Street
Reading, PA 19604		(610) 921-7200
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 19602

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Healthsouth Rehab Hospital
1623 Morgantown Road
Reading, PA 19607		(610) 796-600095
Reading Hospital And Med Ctr
Sixth Avenue And Spruce Street
Reading, PA 19611		(610) 988-8000644
St Joseph Medical Center
215 North 12th Street
Reading, PA 19603		(610) 378-2000267
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 19602

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Aangan8 S 5th St
Reading, PA 19602		Indian, Vegetarian610-320-9920
Adam's Apple935 South St
Reading, PA 19602		American610-373-7929
Canal Street Pub & Restaurant535 Canal St
Reading, PA 19602		American610-376-4009
Chan's Chinese201 S 4th St
Reading, PA 19602		Chinese610-372-1200
Domino's Pizza310 Penn St
Reading, PA 19602		Pizza610-376-8501
Golden Bowl Chinese Restaurant850 Penn St
Reading, PA 19602		Chinese610-371-8680
Jambalaya J's New Orleans Cafe16 S 5TH St
Reading, PA 19602		Cajun, Creole610-736-9010
Kenny's402 Franklin St
Reading, PA 19602		American610-375-4275
McDonald's500 Penn St
Reading, PA 19602		Fast Food, Hamburgers, Sandwiches610-372-5468
Ocean Blue Bar & Grill600 Penn St
Reading, PA 19602		Seafood610-372-5300
The Peanut Bar322 Penn St.
Reading, PA 19602		American610-376-8500
S & S Pizza & Sandwich Shop246 S 5th St
Reading, PA 19602		Pizza610-378-1944
SWEET BAY CAFE1131 MUHLENBERG ST.
Reading, PA 19602		Continental, French Bistro610-376-0100
Ugly Oyster Drafthaus21 S 5th St
Reading, PA 19602		Seafood610-373-6791
Vito's Pizza422 Penn St
Reading, PA 19602		Pizza610-378-1959
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Crime Rates in Reading, PA

Crime rates in Reading, PA:

Total
4,570
Violent Crime
752
Murder & Manslaughter
6
Forcible Rape
41
Robbery
385
Aggravated Assault
320
Property Crime
3,818
Burglary
1,183
Larceny & Theft
1,780
Motor Vehicle Theft
855
Arson
49
Reading, PA

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