NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 17401

PA · Population: 18,044

C
44/100
72
B+
Safety
29
F
Affordability
51
C+
Quality of Life
23
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 17401

Zip code 17401 is located in Pennsylvania and is home to approximately 18,044 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), 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 $75,700 and median rent of $920/month against a median income of $40,209. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 15% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 13.9% 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
$40,209
Home Value
$75,700
Rent
$920/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
15%
Unemployment
13.9%
Owner-Occupied
33.2%
Rent Burden
27.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety72B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability29FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life51C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy23FLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted 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).