| ZIP Code | 19079 |
|---|---|
| City | Sharon Hill |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Delaware County |
| Area Code | 215/445/610/835 |
| Elevation | 36 ft |
| Latitude | 39.902263 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.265718 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 25.0% ▲ 150% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 14.1% ▲ 187% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 39 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,939 (36.7%) |
| Some College | 744 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 739 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 526 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,290 (24.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,002 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $159,800 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,212/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,577 |
| Vacant Units | 340 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,577 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 340 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 19079 is located in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania, within Delaware County. With a population of 9,014, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.9 years. Economically, 19079 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,002 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 19079 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $159,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,212 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 19079 is primarily Black (79.58%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.0%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 19079 stands at 14.1%, which is more than double the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 19079 in Sharon Hill, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,014 residents, a median household income of $57,002, and a median home value of $159,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.