| ZIP Code | 15068 |
|---|---|
| City | New Kensington |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Westmoreland County |
| Area Code | 724/878 |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft |
| Latitude | 40.557182 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.725823 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42129 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 268 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,829 (34.1%) |
| Some College | 3,071 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 3,064 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,730 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,930 (26.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,997 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $166,000 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $749/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,319 |
| Vacant Units | 1,894 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,319 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,894 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 15068 is located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, within Westmoreland County. With a population of 36,068, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.7 years. Economically, 15068 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,997 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 15068 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $166,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $749 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 15068 is primarily White (87.50%). Residents are well-educated — 41.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 15068 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 15068 in New Kensington, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 36,068 residents, a median household income of $62,997, and a median home value of $166,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.