| ZIP Code | 17579 |
|---|---|
| City | Strasburg |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Area Code | 223/717 |
| Elevation | 432 ft |
| Latitude | 39.960406 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.180752 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.92 |
| Below Poverty | 11.4% ▲ 14% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 34 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,344 (35.5%) |
| Some College | 327 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 391 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 383 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,307 (34.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,298 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $323,500 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,056/mo ↓ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,213 |
| Vacant Units | 31 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,213 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 31 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
ZIP code 17579 is located in Strasburg, Pennsylvania, within Lancaster County. With a population of 6,373, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 17579 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,298 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17579 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $323,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,056 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 17579 is primarily White (92.58%). Residents are well-educated — 44.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.4%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17579 stands at 3.2%, which is 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 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 17579 in Strasburg, PA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,373 residents, a median household income of $82,298, and a median home value of $323,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.