ZIP Code 15234, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 15234 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 15234 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,014. The land area covers 3.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,014 | ±820 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,147 | ±321 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 6,664 | ±334 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,147 | ±321 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 517 | ±179 |
| Median Home Value | $206,600 | ±$8,663 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,142 | ±$132 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,366 | ±$9,368 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,154 | ±$3,708 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,004 | ±351 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1% | ±0.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,080 | ±567 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.8% | ±1.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,231,814 (2024)
ID: 193970
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OFFICE OF THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY EXECUTIVE
RM 101 ALLEGHENY COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 436 GRANT ST, PITTSBURGH PA 15219
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Allison Park, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cheswick, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Houston, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pittsburgh, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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South Hills Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 1.9 mi away | 3269 W Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216 |
412561338113381
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COMMUNITY LIBRARY OF CASTLE SHANNON
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 3677 MYRTLE AVE, CASTLE SHANNON, PA, 15234 |
(412) 563-4552
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Barber School of Pittsburgh
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College Vocational | 3.5 mi away | 1201 Banksville Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216 |
4124586035
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MT LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 16 CASTLE SHANNON BLVD, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15228 |
(412) 531-1912
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Empire Beauty School-West Mifflin
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College Vocational | 4.1 mi away | 2394 Mountainview Dr, West Mifflin, PA, 15122 |
8009204593
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BROOKLINE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 708 BROOKLINE BOULEVARD, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15226 |
(412) 561-1003
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All-State Career School-Pittsburgh
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College Vocational | 4.3 mi away | 1200 Lebanon Road, West Mifflin, PA, 15122 |
4128231818
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DORMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 2950 WEST LIBERTY AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15216 |
(412) 531-8754
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Duquesne University
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College | 4.9 mi away | Administration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15282 |
4123966000
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BRENTWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 3501 BROWNSVILLE RD, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15227 |
(412) 882-5694
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PITTSBURGH ALLEGHENY CO AP, PA US, located 5.1 miles from ZCTA5 15234. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.6° | 22.3° | 29.5° | 3.08" | — |
| February | 39.9° | 24.3° | 32.1° | 2.57" | — |
| March | 49.4° | 31.3° | 40.4° | 3.22" | — |
| April | 62.5° | 41.8° | 52.1° | 3.40" | — |
| May | 71.9° | 51.8° | 61.8° | 4.08" | — |
| June | 79.1° | 59.9° | 69.5° | 4.58" | — |
| July | 83.0° | 64.1° | 73.6° | 3.93" | — |
| August | 81.3° | 62.8° | 72.1° | 3.81" | — |
| September | 74.8° | 55.9° | 65.4° | 3.54" | — |
| October | 63.3° | 45.1° | 54.2° | 3.06" | — |
| November | 51.1° | 35.3° | 43.2° | 3.03" | — |
| December | 41.0° | 27.7° | 34.4° | 3.04" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Shannon borough | Borough | 0.1 mi | — |
| Whitehall borough | Borough | 1.6 mi | — |
| Mount Lebanon municipality | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Dormont borough | Borough | 2.1 mi | — |
| Brentwood borough | Borough | 2.2 mi | — |
| Bethel Park municipality | City | 3.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 15234. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.