ZIP Code 15461, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 15461 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 15461 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,792. The land area covers 10.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,792 | ±247 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±7.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,533 | ±164 | 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 | 1,802 | ±189 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,533 | ±164 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 269 | ±132 |
| Median Home Value | $124,900 | ±$14,119 |
| Median Gross Rent | $457 | ±$108 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,596 | ±$12,832 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,909 | ±$2,872 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.2% | ±6.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,060 | ±263 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.6% | ±7.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,261 | ±178 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.1% | ±12.7% |
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: 123,941 (2024)
ID: 173723
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
61 E MAIN ST, UNIONTOWN PA 15401-3514
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Fairchance, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Uniontown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | McClellandtown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Point Marion, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Uniontown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Fredericktown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Fredericktown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Bobtown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Brownsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brownsville, 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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Fayette County Career & Technical Institute Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 8.5 mi away | 175 Georges Fairchance Rd, Uniontown, PA, 15401 |
7244372721124
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GERMAN MASONTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 104 S. MAIN STREET, MASONTOWN, PA, 15461 |
(724) 583-7030
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Laurel Business Institute
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College | 10.2 mi away | 11 East Penn St, Uniontown, PA, 15401 |
7244394900
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FLENNIKEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 102 EAST GEORGE ST, CARMICHAELS, PA, 15320 |
(724) 966-5263
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West Virginia University Hospital Departments of Rad Tech and Nutrition
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College | 13.2 mi away | Medical Ctr Dr, Morgantown, WV, 26506-8062 |
3045984251
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UNIONTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 24 JEFFERSON ST, UNIONTOWN, PA, 15401 |
(724) 437-1165
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Greene County Career and Technology Center
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College Vocational | 13.8 mi away | 158 Portal Road, Waynesburg, PA, 15370-8281 |
7246273106302
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FREDERICKTOWN AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 38 WATER ST., FREDERICKTOWN, PA, 15333 |
(724) 377-0017
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West Virginia University
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College | 14.5 mi away | PO Box 6201, Morgantown, WV, 26506 |
3042930111
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BROWNSVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 100 SENECA ST, BROWNSVILLE, PA, 15417 |
(724) 785-7272
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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 GRAYS LANDING, PA US, located 4.0 miles from ZCTA5 15461. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.6° | 20.6° | 29.6° | 3.25" | 6.1" |
| February | 41.8° | 21.8° | 31.8° | 2.56" | 5.9" |
| March | 50.8° | 28.1° | 39.4° | 3.63" | 1.9" |
| April | 63.8° | 37.4° | 50.6° | 3.77" | 0.1" |
| May | 73.2° | 47.9° | 60.6° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.7° | 56.5° | 68.6° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.4° | 61.9° | 73.1° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.9° | 60.7° | 71.8° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.9° | 53.6° | 65.3° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.0° | 41.8° | 53.4° | 3.00" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.0° | 31.1° | 42.1° | 2.98" | 0.3" |
| December | 42.7° | 25.1° | 33.9° | 3.23" | 4.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masontown borough | Borough | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ronco CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Edenborn CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Mapletown CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Nemacolin CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Greensboro borough | Borough | 3.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 15461. • 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.