| ZIP Code | 19004 |
|---|---|
| City | Bala Cynwyd |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Area Code | 215/267/445/484/610/ |
| Elevation | 199 ft |
| Latitude | 40.009753 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.231508 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 9.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 75.2% ▲ 94% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 79 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 668 (10.8%) |
| Some College | 342 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 447 (7.2%) |
| Bachelors | 379 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,280 (69.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $143,781 ▲ 88% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $616,000 ▲ 121% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,791/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,453 |
| Vacant Units | 237 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,453 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 237 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 19004 is located in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, within Montgomery County. With a population of 10,439, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years. Economically, 19004 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $143,781 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 19004 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $616,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,791 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 19004 is primarily White (76.48%). Residents are highly educated — 75.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.3%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 19004 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 19004 in Bala Cynwyd, PA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,439 residents, a median household income of $143,781, and a median home value of $616,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.