NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 18109

PA · Population: 17,745

C+
50/100
77
B+
Safety
38
D
Affordability
55
C+
Quality of Life
32
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 18109

Zip code 18109 is located in Pennsylvania and is home to approximately 17,745 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 50/100), 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 $166,400 and median rent of $1,260/month against a median income of $53,540. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 15.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 10.1% 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
$53,540
Home Value
$166,400
Rent
$1,260/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
15.8%
Unemployment
10.1%
Owner-Occupied
50.2%
Rent Burden
28.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability38DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life55C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy32DLower unemployment = higher
Overall50C+Weighted 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).