NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 16502

PA · Population: 15,567

C
48/100
71
B+
Safety
25
F
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
38
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 16502

Zip code 16502 is located in Pennsylvania and is home to approximately 15,567 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 48/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $85,200 and median rent of $826/month against a median income of $35,508. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.7% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$35,508
Home Value
$85,200
Rent
$826/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
18.9%
Unemployment
8.7%
Owner-Occupied
33.6%
Rent Burden
27.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety71B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability25FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy38DLower unemployment = higher
Overall48CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).