| ZIP Code | 18655 |
|---|---|
| City | Shickshinny |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Luzerne County |
| Area Code | 272/570 |
| Elevation | 972 ft |
| Latitude | 41.187724 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.203214 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.8% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 17 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,766 (44.8%) |
| Some College | 445 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 422 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 587 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 704 (17.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,362 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $167,000 ▼ 40% below avg ↓ 3% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $889/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,940 |
| Vacant Units | 506 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,940 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 506 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 18655 is located in Shickshinny, Pennsylvania, within Luzerne County. With a population of 5,789, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.9 years. Economically, 18655 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,362 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 18655 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $167,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $889 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 3% since 2019.
The population of 18655 is primarily White (94.92%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 18655 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 18655 in Shickshinny, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,789 residents, a median household income of $68,362, and a median home value of $167,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.