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Zip Code 17103

PA · Population: 12,923

C
49/100
72
B+
Safety
30
D
Affordability
60
B
Quality of Life
33
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 17103

Zip code 17103 is located in Pennsylvania and is home to approximately 12,923 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 49/100), 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 $104,100 and median rent of $897/month against a median income of $40,786. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 19.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 9.9% 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
$40,786
Home Value
$104,100
Rent
$897/mo
Median Age
28
College Educated
19.2%
Unemployment
9.9%
Owner-Occupied
37.4%
Rent Burden
26.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety72B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability30DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life60BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy33DLower unemployment = higher
Overall49CWeighted 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).