| ZIP Code | 18938 |
|---|---|
| City | New Hope |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Bucks County |
| Area Code | 215/267/445 |
| Elevation | 319 ft |
| Latitude | 40.351048 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.998049 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.1 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.1% ▲ 91% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,371 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 382 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 887 (8.7%) |
| Bachelors | 744 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,793 (66.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $161,146 ▲ 111% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $701,700 ▲ 152% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,005/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,369 |
| Vacant Units | 311 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,369 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 311 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 18938 is located in New Hope, Pennsylvania, within Bucks County. With a population of 13,192, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.1 years. Economically, 18938 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $161,146 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 18938 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $701,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,005 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 18938 is primarily White (84.88%). Residents are highly educated — 74.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 48% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 18938 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 18938 in New Hope, PA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,192 residents, a median household income of $161,146, and a median home value of $701,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.