| ZIP Code | 15120 |
|---|---|
| City | Homestead |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Allegheny County |
| Area Code | 412 |
| Elevation | 917 ft |
| Latitude | 40.395872 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.907511 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 41 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,154 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 1,889 (15%) |
| Associates | 1,419 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,625 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,482 (27.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,205 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $118,900 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $835/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,514 |
| Vacant Units | 1,180 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,514 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,180 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 15120 is located in Homestead, Pennsylvania, within Allegheny County. With a population of 17,999, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.8 years. Economically, 15120 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,205 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 15120 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $118,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $835 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 15120 is primarily White (73.71%). Residents are well-educated — 40.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.7%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 15120 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 15120 in Homestead, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,999 residents, a median household income of $55,205, and a median home value of $118,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.