| ZIP Code | 17034 |
|---|---|
| City | Highspire |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Dauphin County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 299 ft |
| Latitude | 40.20861 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.785533 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.06 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.6% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 21 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 760 (41.1%) |
| Some College | 185 (10%) |
| Associates | 94 (5.1%) |
| Bachelors | 403 (21.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 385 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,717 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,100 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $993/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,553 |
| Vacant Units | 104 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,553 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 104 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
ZIP code 17034 is located in Highspire, Pennsylvania, within Dauphin County. With a population of 2,988, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 17034 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,717 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17034 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $120,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $993 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.6%) and renters (55.4%). Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 17034 is majority White (65.83%). Residents are well-educated — 42.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.8%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17034 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 17034 in Highspire, PA is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 2,988 residents, a median household income of $51,717, and a median home value of $120,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.