| ZIP Code | 17536 |
|---|---|
| City | Kirkwood |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 515 ft |
| Latitude | 39.848034 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.073774 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.33 |
| Below Poverty | 17.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.5% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 68% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 66 (4.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 548 (38.1%) |
| Some College | 155 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 203 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 99 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 369 (25.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,500 ▼ 9% below avg ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $329,500 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,321/mo ↑ 106% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,150 |
| Vacant Units | 44 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,150 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 44 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.33 |
ZIP code 17536 is located in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. With a population of 3,680, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 17536 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,500 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17536 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $329,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,321 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 3% since 2019.
The population of 17536 is primarily White (98.53%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.1%. Household income has declined by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17536 stands at 1.6%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 44%.
Overall, ZIP code 17536 in Kirkwood, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,680 residents, a median household income of $69,500, and a median home value of $329,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.