| ZIP Code | 17028 |
|---|---|
| City | Grantville |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Dauphin County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 909 ft |
| Latitude | 40.402526 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.675121 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 28.8% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 19 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,047 (44.4%) |
| Some College | 357 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 257 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 190 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 490 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,754 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $261,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,026/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,363 |
| Vacant Units | 46 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,363 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 46 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 17028 is located in Grantville, Pennsylvania, within Dauphin County. With a population of 3,331, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 17028 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,754 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17028 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $261,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,026 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 17028 is primarily White (90.27%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17028 stands at 6.2%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 17028 in Grantville, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,331 residents, a median household income of $66,754, and a median home value of $261,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.