US ZIP Code
19013

Chester, PA

Delaware County  ·  Pennsylvania

● Active
👥 34,697 Population
💰 $39,416 Median HH Income
▼ 48% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
🎂 32.7 Median Age ↑ 4% since 2019
🏠 $85,200 Median Home Value
▼ 69% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019
🎓 22.7% College Grads
▼ 41% below avg
📊 17.4% Unemployment
▲ 255% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code19013
CityChester
StatePennsylvania (PA)
CountyDelaware County
Area Code484/610/835
Elevation47 ft
Latitude39.845414
Longitude-75.374817
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS42045
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.5% (16,495) Female 52.5% (18,202) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 14%Hispanic: 9.2%Black: 71.2%Asian: 0.8%Other: 3.3%Race
White14.0%
Hispanic9.2%
Black71.2%
Asian0.8%
Other3.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
18%
18–24
14%
25–44
25%
45–64
21%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age32.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.40
Below Poverty28.6% ▲ 186% above avg
College Grads22.7% ▼ 41% below avg
Unemployment17.4% ▲ 255% above avg
No HS Diploma306 (1.6%)
HS Graduate9,592 (50.9%)
Some College2,524 (13.4%)
Associates2,135 (11.3%)
Bachelors1,547 (8.2%)
Graduate Degree2,730 (14.5%)

Education

No HS: 1.6%HS Grad: 50.9%Some College: 13.4%Associates: 11.3%Bachelors: 8.2%Graduate: 14.5%Edu
No HS1.6%
HS Grad50.9%
Some College13.4%
Associates11.3%
Bachelors8.2%
Graduate14.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 39.8%Renter: 60.2%Tenure
Owner39.8%
Renter60.2%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
19%
$50k–100k
41%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
10%
$200k–300k
5%
$300k–500k
3%
Over $500k
1%

Financials

Median HH Income$39,416 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
Median Home Value$85,200 ▼ 69% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,083/mo ↑ 27% since 2019
Total Units15,664
Vacant Units2,460
Avg HH Size2.40

Income Distribution

Under $25k
36%
$25k–50k
21%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
5%
Over $200k
1%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
71%
Public Transit
11%
Walked
9%
Work From Home
9%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
34%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
13%
Over 45 min
13%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
13%
1940s–1950s
17%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
2%
2000+
63%

Summary

Total Units15,664
Vacant2,460
Owner Occupied39.8%
Renter Occupied60.2%
Avg HH Size2.40
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 19013 is in Chester, PA, in Delaware County.
ZIP code 19013 is located in Pennsylvania (PA).
ZIP code 19013 is in Delaware County, PA.
ZIP 19013 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 19013 is 34,697 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 19013 is $39,416 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 19013 is $85,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 19013

ZIP code 19013 is located in Chester, Pennsylvania, within Delaware County. With a population of 34,697, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.7 years. Economically, 19013 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $39,416 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 19013 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $85,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,083 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 60.2% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.

The population of 19013 is primarily Black (71.21%). Residents are less-educated — 22.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 28.6%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 19013 stands at 17.4%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.

Overall, ZIP code 19013 in Chester, PA is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 34,697 residents, a median household income of $39,416, and a median home value of $85,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.