| ZIP Code | 15012 |
|---|---|
| City | Belle Vernon |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Fayette County |
| Area Code | 724/878 |
| Elevation | 1,101 ft |
| Latitude | 40.155521 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.812981 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42129 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 15.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 106 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,393 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 799 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 1,164 (10.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,457 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,120 (28.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,903 ▼ 19% below avg ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $187,500 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $814/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,604 |
| Vacant Units | 710 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,604 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 710 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 15012 is located in Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania, within Fayette County. With a population of 15,294, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.4 years. Economically, 15012 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,903 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 15012 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $187,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $814 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 15012 is primarily White (90.50%). Residents are well-educated — 41.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.3%. Household income has declined by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 15012 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 15012 in Belle Vernon, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,294 residents, a median household income of $61,903, and a median home value of $187,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.