ZIP Code 15522, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 15522 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 15522 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bedford County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,111. The land area covers 187.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,111 | ±300 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,064 | ±252 | 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 | 5,949 | ±259 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,064 | ±252 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 885 | ±200 |
| Median Home Value | $197,200 | ±$18,546 |
| Median Gross Rent | $817 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,029 | ±$6,771 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,990 | ±$2,578 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 796 | ±175 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,303 | ±389 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.2% | ±2.9% |
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: 47,643 (2024)
ID: 133447
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
200 S JULIANA ST, BEDFORD PA 15522-1713
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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 | Everett, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bedford, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bedford, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bedford, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Cairnbrook, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | New Paris, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-07 | Fishertown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | New Paris, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Everett, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Everett, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Allegany College of Maryland
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College | 22.2 mi away | 12401 Willowbrook Rd SE, Cumberland, MD, 21502-2596 |
3017845000
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BEDFORD COUNTY FEDERATED LIBRARY SYSTEM - ADMIN UNIT
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 240 SOUTH WOOD STREET, BEDFORD, PA, 15522 |
(814) 623-5010
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EVERETT FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 137 EAST MAIN ST, EVERETT, PA, 15537 |
(814) 652-5922
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HYNDMAN-LONDONBERRY PUB LIB
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 161 CLARENCE ST., HYNDMAN, PA, 15545 |
(814) 842-3782
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ALLEGANY COUNTY LIBRARY WASHINGTON STREET LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 31 WASHINGTON ST., CUMBERLAND, MD, 21502 |
(301) 777-1200
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SOUTH CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 100 SEYMOUR ST., CUMBERLAND, MD, 21502 |
(301) 724-1607
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LAVALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 815 NATIONAL HIGHWAY, LAVALE, MD, 21502 |
(301) 729-0855
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WINDBER PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 24.9 mi away | 1909 GRAHAM AVE, WINDBER, PA, 15963 |
(814) 467-4950
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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 WOLFSBURG, PA US, located 6.9 miles from ZCTA5 15522. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.2° | 19.0° | 28.1° | 2.79" | 10.3" |
| February | 40.9° | 20.7° | 30.8° | 2.29" | 10.3" |
| March | 49.8° | 27.2° | 38.5° | 3.36" | 8.0" |
| April | 62.6° | 37.0° | 49.8° | 3.60" | 0.5" |
| May | 72.3° | 46.3° | 59.3° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.1° | 55.6° | 67.8° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.6° | 59.6° | 72.6° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.3° | 57.6° | 70.5° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.7° | 50.2° | 63.5° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.6° | 39.2° | 51.9° | 3.12" | 0.1" |
| November | 52.0° | 29.5° | 40.8° | 3.00" | 1.7" |
| December | 41.2° | 23.8° | 32.5° | 3.06" | 6.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainsburg borough | Borough | 3.6 mi | — |
| Manns Choice borough | Borough | 4.8 mi | — |
| Bedford borough | Borough | 5.7 mi | — |
| Clearville CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Schellsburg borough | Borough | 8.9 mi | — |
| Earlston CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 15522. • 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.