| ZIP Code | 17078 |
|---|---|
| City | Palmyra |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Lebanon County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 440 ft |
| Latitude | 40.287647 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.580858 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.6% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 89 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,436 (35.1%) |
| Some College | 1,447 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 1,299 (8.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,676 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,554 (35.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,533 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $278,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,252/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,602 |
| Vacant Units | 468 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,602 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 468 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 17078 is located in Palmyra, Pennsylvania, within Lebanon County. With a population of 23,798, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 17078 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,533 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17078 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $278,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,252 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 17078 is primarily White (84.67%). Residents are well-educated — 46.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17078 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 17078 in Palmyra, PA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,798 residents, a median household income of $84,533, and a median home value of $278,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.