ZIP Code 18042 — Forks township, PA

Northampton | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 18042 in Forks township, PA has a population of 45,532 with a median household income of $77,556 and a median home value of $230,200 . The cost of living index is 94.5 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
45,532
Median Age
34.70
Male
22,982
Female
22,550

Race & Ethnicity

White
58.3%
Black
15.5%
Hispanic
21.9%
Asian
2.8%
Native American
0.1%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
11.3%
Other
12.1%

Income

Median Household
$77,556
Mean Household
$97,781
Per Capita
$35,570
Below Poverty
12.9%

Housing

Median Home Value
$230,200
Median Rent
$1,356
Total Units
17,974
Occupied
16,376
Owner Occupied
55.0%
Renter Occupied
45.0%
Median Year Built
1938
Vacant
1,598

Education

High School or Higher 89.5%
Bachelor's or Higher 28.6%
Graduate Degree 10.9%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
24,144
Unemployment
5.2%
Drive Alone
69.7%
Public Transit
1.8%
Work from Home
15.6%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

94.5
National average = 100. Below average by 5.5%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 18042?

ZIP code 18042 (Forks township, PA) has a total population of 45,532 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 18042?

The median household income in ZIP code 18042 is $77,556 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 18042 in?

ZIP code 18042 is primarily located in Forks township, Pennsylvania (PA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 18042?

The median home value in ZIP code 18042 is $230,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 18042?

The median age in ZIP code 18042 is 34.70 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.