NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 18102

PA · Population: 51,640

C
42/100
73
B+
Safety
23
F
Affordability
44
C
Quality of Life
30
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 18102

Zip code 18102 is located in Pennsylvania and is home to approximately 51,640 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 42/100), 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 $135,900 and median rent of $1,143/month against a median income of $41,390. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 10% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 11% 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
$41,390
Home Value
$135,900
Rent
$1,143/mo
Median Age
30
College Educated
10%
Unemployment
11%
Owner-Occupied
30.7%
Rent Burden
33.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety73B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability23FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life44CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy30DLower unemployment = higher
Overall42CWeighted 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).