| ZIP Code | 15148 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilmerding |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Allegheny County |
| Area Code | 412 |
| Elevation | 1,011 ft |
| Latitude | 40.393473 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.795152 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.02 |
| Below Poverty | 27.0% ▲ 170% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 13.9% ▲ 184% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 71 (4.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 584 (37.4%) |
| Some College | 271 (17.3%) |
| Associates | 226 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 206 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 205 (13.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $38,733 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $61,700 ▼ 78% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $799/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,502 |
| Vacant Units | 384 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,502 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 384 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
ZIP code 15148 is located in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania, within Allegheny County. With a population of 2,287, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 15148 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $38,733 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 15148 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $61,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $799 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.2%) and renters (55.8%). Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 15148 is primarily White (71.36%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.0%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 15148 stands at 13.9%, which is more than double the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 15148 in Wilmerding, PA is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 2,287 residents, a median household income of $38,733, and a median home value of $61,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.