| ZIP Code | 18347 |
|---|---|
| City | Pocono Lake |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Monroe County |
| Area Code | 272/570 |
| Elevation | 1,689 ft |
| Latitude | 41.154683 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.542841 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.7 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.0% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 21 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 919 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 177 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 284 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 409 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 936 (34.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,275 ≈ Avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $168,900 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,176/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,370 |
| Vacant Units | 2,615 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,370 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,615 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
ZIP code 18347 is located in Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania, within Monroe County. With a population of 3,535, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.7 years. Economically, 18347 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $81,275 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 18347 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $168,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,176 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 18347 is primarily White (86.70%). Residents are well-educated — 49.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 49% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 18347 stands at 6.8%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 18347 in Pocono Lake, PA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,535 residents, a median household income of $81,275, and a median home value of $168,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.