| ZIP Code | 18940 |
|---|---|
| City | Newtown |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Bucks County |
| Area Code | 215/267/445 |
| Elevation | 314 ft |
| Latitude | 40.260594 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.93707 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 3.9% ▼ 61% below avg |
| College Grads | 73.6% ▲ 90% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 375 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,816 (13.7%) |
| Some College | 872 (4.3%) |
| Associates | 1,343 (6.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,536 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,544 (66.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $157,591 ▲ 107% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $623,300 ▲ 124% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,227/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,763 |
| Vacant Units | 287 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,763 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 287 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 18940 is located in Newtown, Pennsylvania, within Bucks County. With a population of 29,797, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 18940 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $157,591 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 18940 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $623,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,227 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 18940 is primarily White (79.79%). Residents are highly educated — 73.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.9%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 18940 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 18940 in Newtown, PA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,797 residents, a median household income of $157,591, and a median home value of $623,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.