| ZIP Code | 17522 |
|---|---|
| City | Ephrata |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 737 ft |
| Latitude | 40.173688 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.170494 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 8.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.1% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 358 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,320 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 2,516 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 2,558 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,673 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,454 (26.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,865 ≈ Avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $263,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,171/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,837 |
| Vacant Units | 207 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,837 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 207 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 17522 is located in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. With a population of 33,601, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.6 years. Economically, 17522 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,865 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17522 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $263,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,171 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 17522 is primarily White (87.48%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.0%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17522 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 17522 in Ephrata, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,601 residents, a median household income of $71,865, and a median home value of $263,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.