| ZIP Code | 15331 |
|---|---|
| City | Ellsworth |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 724/878 |
| Elevation | 999 ft |
| Latitude | 40.105341 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.022613 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42125 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 13.7% ▲ 181% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 259 (49.7%) |
| Some College | 6 (1.2%) |
| Associates | 24 (4.6%) |
| Bachelors | 121 (23.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 111 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,188 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $93,500 ▼ 66% below avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,039/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 392 |
| Vacant Units | 47 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 392 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 47 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 15331 is located in Ellsworth, Pennsylvania, within Washington County. With a population of 824, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.9 years. Economically, 15331 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,188 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 15331 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $93,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,039 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 15331 is primarily White (95.87%). Residents are well-educated — 44.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 51% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 15331 stands at 13.7%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 15331 in Ellsworth, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 824 residents, a median household income of $59,188, and a median home value of $93,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.