| ZIP Code | 15055 |
|---|---|
| City | Lawrence |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 724 |
| Elevation | 984 ft |
| Latitude | 40.306293 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.123516 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.7 yrs ↓ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.78 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.9% ▲ 60% above avg |
| Unemployment | 11.9% ▲ 142% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 213 (19.9%) |
| Some College | 91 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 103 (9.6%) |
| Bachelors | 113 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 548 (51.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,934 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $229,700 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,292/mo ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 677 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 677 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 91.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.78 |
ZIP code 15055 is located in Lawrence, Pennsylvania, within Washington County. With a population of 1,205, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.7 years. Economically, 15055 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,934 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 15055 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $229,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,292 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 15055 is primarily White (98.42%). Residents are highly educated — 61.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.6%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 15055 stands at 11.9%, which is more than double the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 15055 in Lawrence, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,205 residents, a median household income of $68,934, and a median home value of $229,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.