ZIP Code 16242 — New bethlehem, PA

Clarion | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 16242 in New bethlehem, PA has a population of 4,513 with a median household income of $55,677 and a median home value of $134,700 . The cost of living index is 52.0 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
4,513
Median Age
44.40
Male
2,225
Female
2,288

Race & Ethnicity

White
97.5%
Black
0.4%
Hispanic
0.3%
Asian
0.6%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
1.6%
Other
0.0%

Income

Median Household
$55,677
Mean Household
$80,265
Per Capita
$33,025
Below Poverty
16.5%

Housing

Median Home Value
$134,700
Median Rent
$693
Total Units
2,148
Occupied
1,853
Owner Occupied
71.9%
Renter Occupied
28.1%
Median Year Built
1951
Vacant
295

Education

High School or Higher 88.1%
Bachelor's or Higher 16.8%
Graduate Degree 6.6%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
2,091
Unemployment
3.7%
Drive Alone
76.8%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
10.2%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

52.0
National average = 100. Below average by 48.0%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 16242?

ZIP code 16242 (New bethlehem, PA) has a total population of 4,513 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 16242?

The median household income in ZIP code 16242 is $55,677 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 16242 in?

ZIP code 16242 is primarily located in New bethlehem, Pennsylvania (PA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 16242?

The median home value in ZIP code 16242 is $134,700, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 16242?

The median age in ZIP code 16242 is 44.40 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.