| ZIP Code | 17540 |
|---|---|
| City | Leola |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 393 ft |
| Latitude | 40.097608 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.189987 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.4 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.85 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.4% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 222 (3.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,041 (35.3%) |
| Some College | 477 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 363 (6.3%) |
| Bachelors | 675 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,009 (34.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,229 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $319,800 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,329/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,068 |
| Vacant Units | 155 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,068 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 155 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
ZIP code 17540 is located in Leola, Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. With a population of 11,172, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.4 years. Economically, 17540 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,229 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17540 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $319,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,329 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.9%) and renters (40.1%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 17540 is primarily White (77.84%). Residents are well-educated — 46.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17540 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 17540 in Leola, PA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 11,172 residents, a median household income of $83,229, and a median home value of $319,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.