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Zip Code 18201

PA · Population: 31,519

C
48/100
72
B+
Safety
27
F
Affordability
48
C
Quality of Life
44
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 18201

Zip code 18201 is located in Pennsylvania and is home to approximately 31,519 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 $123,500 and median rent of $970/month against a median income of $40,346. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 11% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.5% 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
$40,346
Home Value
$123,500
Rent
$970/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
11%
Unemployment
7.5%
Owner-Occupied
48.9%
Rent Burden
28.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety72B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability27FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life48CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy44CLower 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).