| ZIP Code | 15132 |
|---|---|
| City | Mckeesport |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Allegheny County |
| Area Code | 412 |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft |
| Latitude | 40.339767 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.842782 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.09 |
| Below Poverty | 30.6% ▲ 206% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.7% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.8% ▲ 101% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 289 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,214 (41.7%) |
| Some College | 1,715 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 1,944 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,697 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,642 (13.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $32,170 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $71,300 ▼ 74% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $791/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,511 |
| Vacant Units | 1,781 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,511 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,781 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
ZIP code 15132 is located in Mckeesport, Pennsylvania, within Allegheny County. With a population of 19,083, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.7 years. Economically, 15132 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $32,170 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 15132 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $71,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $791 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.9%) and renters (51.1%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 15132 is majority White (50.17%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 30.6%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 15132 stands at 9.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 15132 in Mckeesport, PA is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 19,083 residents, a median household income of $32,170, and a median home value of $71,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.