| ZIP Code | 17005 |
|---|---|
| City | Berrysburg |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Dauphin County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 722 ft |
| Latitude | 40.603061 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.810622 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42043 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 3.5% ▼ 65% below avg |
| College Grads | 29.2% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 91 (56.5%) |
| Some College | 10 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 10 (6.2%) |
| Bachelors | 23 (14.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24 (14.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,813 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,100 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $792/mo ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 135 |
| Vacant Units | 8 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 135 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 8 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 17005 is located in Berrysburg, Pennsylvania, within Dauphin County. With a population of 289, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.4 years. Economically, 17005 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,813 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17005 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $144,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $792 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 17005 is primarily White (89.27%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.5%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17005 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 17005 in Berrysburg, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 289 residents, a median household income of $62,813, and a median home value of $144,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.