| ZIP Code | 19132 |
|---|---|
| City | Philadelphia |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Philadelphia County |
| Area Code | 215/445 |
| Elevation | 104 ft |
| Latitude | 39.996864 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.170871 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 33.0% ▲ 230% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.4% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 15.9% ▲ 226% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 189 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,173 (43.8%) |
| Some College | 2,703 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 3,410 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,445 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,737 (14.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $30,974 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $73,000 ▼ 74% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,055/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,402 |
| Vacant Units | 3,472 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,402 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,472 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 19132 is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, within Philadelphia County. With a population of 31,627, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.8 years. Economically, 19132 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $30,974 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 19132 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $73,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,055 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.5%) and renters (48.5%). Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 19132 is primarily Black (87.64%). Residents are less-educated — 22.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 33.0%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 19132 stands at 15.9%, which is more than double the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 38%.
Overall, ZIP code 19132 in Philadelphia, PA is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 31,627 residents, a median household income of $30,974, and a median home value of $73,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.