19138 ZIP Code – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
ZIP code 19138 is a large ZIP code located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, within Philadelphia County with a population of approximately 32,471 residents. The median household income of $48,091 is below the Pennsylvania average and below the national average. At $152,800, median home values run well below the national average, with 70.9% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , with median rent coming in at $1,137 — near the national figure. Housing consists of 83% single-family (decreasing), 6% apartments (increasing), 10% duplex/multi-family.
The area reports an unemployment rate of 11.0%, well above the national average. An estimated 22.6% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. About 17.9% of residents have completed a four-year degree, below the national rate. The median age is 36.9, near the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 19126, 19150, 19141.
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ZIP 19138 vs. Pennsylvania vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 19138 | PA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 32k | 7,172 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $48k | $73k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $152k | $200k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,137 | $994 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 36.9 | 44.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.0% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 22.6% | 10.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 17.9% | 25.2% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 19126 – Philadelphia
- 19150 – Philadelphia
- 19141 – Philadelphia
- 19119 – Philadelphia
- 19144 – Philadelphia
- 19095 – Wyncote
- 19027 – Elkins Park
- 19120 – Philadelphia
- 19012 – Cheltenham
- 19118 – Philadelphia
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19126 | PHILADELPHIA | 17,627 | $58,995 |
| 19150 | PHILADELPHIA | 22,932 | $59,544 |
| 19141 | PHILADELPHIA | 34,239 | $37,053 |
| 19119 | PHILADELPHIA | 29,079 | $80,519 |
| 19144 | PHILADELPHIA | 47,454 | $41,078 |