| ZIP Code | 17044 |
|---|---|
| City | Lewistown |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Mifflin County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 590 ft |
| Latitude | 40.582082 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.590269 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42087 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 178 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,484 (50.6%) |
| Some College | 1,681 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 1,535 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 1,040 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,892 (14.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,253 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $126,000 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $791/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,167 |
| Vacant Units | 1,258 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,167 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,258 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 17044 is located in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, within Mifflin County. With a population of 20,526, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.1 years. Economically, 17044 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,253 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17044 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $126,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $791 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 17044 is primarily White (91.65%). Residents are less-educated — 22.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.7%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17044 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 17044 in Lewistown, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,526 residents, a median household income of $58,253, and a median home value of $126,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.