| ZIP Code | 17701 |
|---|---|
| City | Williamsport |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Lycoming County |
| Area Code | 272/570 |
| Elevation | 1,116 ft |
| Latitude | 41.345044 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.857249 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.0% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 160 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,673 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 3,201 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 2,980 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,701 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,625 (28.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,770 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $176,200 ▼ 37% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $869/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,891 |
| Vacant Units | 2,629 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,891 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,629 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 17701 is located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, within Lycoming County. With a population of 43,169, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 17701 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,770 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 17701 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $176,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $869 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.4%) and renters (45.6%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 17701 is primarily White (80.35%). Residents are well-educated — 43.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.8%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 17701 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 17701 in Williamsport, PA is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 43,169 residents, a median household income of $52,770, and a median home value of $176,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.