ZIP Code 15479, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 15479 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 15479 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,010. The land area covers 21.52 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,010 | ±381 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs | ±12.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 827 | ±139 | 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 | 867 | ±140 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 827 | ±139 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 40 | ±40 |
| Median Home Value | $202,700 | ±$77,664 |
| Median Gross Rent | $898 | ±$238 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,852 | ±$14,256 |
| Per Capita Income | $80,891 | ±$74,798 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.9% | ±6.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 299 | ±138 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 872 | ±177 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88% | ±6.6% |
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: 350,935 (2024)
ID: 212195
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION
2 N MAIN ST, STE 107, GREENSBURG PA 15601
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular public school district Serving District | PK-12 | Milford, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Greensburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Belle Vernon, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Belle Vernon, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Brownsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brownsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Brownsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Connellsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-10 | Coal Center, 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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Westmoreland County Community College
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College | 9.5 mi away | 145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA, 15697-1895 |
7249254077
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SMITHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 615 CENTER STREET, SMITHTON, PA, 15479 |
(724) 872-0701
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Douglas Education Center
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College | 9.6 mi away | 130 7th St, Monessen, PA, 15062 |
7246843684
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ROSTRAVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 700 PLAZA DRIVE, ROSTRAVER TOWNSHIP, PA, 15012 |
(724) 379-5511
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Pennsylvania Western University
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College | 11.2 mi away | 250 University Avenue, California, PA, 15419 |
7249384000
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SCOTTDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 106 SPRING STREET, SCOTTDALE, PA, 15683 |
(724) 887-6140
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West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute
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College | 11.8 mi away | 8957 Lincoln Highway Suite 101-A, Irwin, PA, 15642-2704 |
7245152440
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SEWICKLEY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 312 SEWICKLEY AVENUE, HERMINIE, PA, 15637 |
(724) 446-9940
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University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg
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College | 12.7 mi away | 150 Finoli Drive, Greensburg, PA, 15601-5860 |
7248377040
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DONORA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 510 MELDON AVE, DONORA, PA, 15033 |
(724) 379-7940
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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 DONORA 1 SW, PA US, located 8.6 miles from ZCTA5 15479. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.7° | 20.5° | 29.6° | 2.90" | 5.7" |
| February | 42.1° | 21.8° | 31.9° | 2.43" | 7.2" |
| March | 50.9° | 28.6° | 39.7° | 3.14" | 4.6" |
| April | 64.0° | 38.4° | 51.2° | 3.40" | 0.1" |
| May | 73.1° | 49.0° | 61.1° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.7° | 58.1° | 69.4° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.4° | 62.2° | 73.3° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.5° | 60.7° | 72.1° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.5° | 53.9° | 65.7° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.0° | 42.2° | 54.1° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.7° | 32.5° | 43.1° | 2.84" | 0.5" |
| December | 43.2° | 25.7° | 34.4° | 2.90" | 3.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smithton borough | Borough | 1.8 mi | — |
| Wyano CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Yukon CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Perryopolis borough | Borough | 5.0 mi | — |
| West Newton borough | Borough | 5.1 mi | — |
| Hunker borough | Borough | 6.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 15479. • 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.