| ZIP Code | 16353 |
|---|---|
| City | Tionesta |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Forest County |
| Area Code | 582/814 |
| Elevation | 1,770 ft |
| Latitude | 41.492112 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.389517 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.4% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 863 (49.3%) |
| Some College | 191 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 234 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 164 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 299 (17.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,674 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $125,400 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $608/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,694 |
| Vacant Units | 2,650 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,694 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,650 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 16353 is located in Tionesta, Pennsylvania, within Forest County. With a population of 2,459, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.4 years. Economically, 16353 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,674 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 16353 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $125,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $608 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 16353 is primarily White (98.09%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.0%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 16353 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 16353 in Tionesta, PA is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,459 residents, a median household income of $54,674, and a median home value of $125,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.