ZIP Code 15779, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 15779 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 15779 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 526. The land area covers 8.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | ±211 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs | ±8.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 84 | ±77 | 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 | 116 | ±79 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 84 | ±77 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 32 | ±25 |
| Median Home Value | $155,500 | ±$17,363 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,250 | ±$57,186 |
| Per Capita Income | $14,539 | ±$8,436 |
| Poverty Rate | 46.3% | ±25.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 199 | ±51 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±8.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 141 | ±135 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 School Nearby | PK-05 | Spring Church, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Spring Church, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Spring Church, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Latrobe, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Blairsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Davidsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Derry, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Derry, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Latrobe, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Latrobe, 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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Saint Vincent College
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College | 12.3 mi away | 300 Fraser Purchase Rd, Latrobe, PA, 15650-2690 |
7245399761
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BLAIRSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 113 N. WALNUT ST., BLAIRSVILLE, PA, 15717 |
(724) 459-6077
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Saint Vincent Seminary
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College | 12.3 mi away | 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe, PA, 15650-2690 |
7248052395
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BURRELL TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 120 BLAIRE ROAD, BLACK LICK, PA, 15716 |
(724) 248-7122
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Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus
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College | 15.3 mi away | 1011 South Dr 201 Sutton Hall, Indiana, PA, 15705-1098 |
7243572100
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CALDWELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 982 NORTH CHESTNUT EXTENSION, DERRY, PA, 15627 |
(724) 694-5765
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Commonwealth Technical Institute
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College | 15.8 mi away | 727 Goucher St, Johnstown, PA, 15905 |
8142558200
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NEW FLORENCE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 122 LIGONIER STREET, NEW FLORENCE, PA, 15944 |
(724) 235-2249
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DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
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College | 17.1 mi away | 1086 Franklin St, Johnstown, PA, 15905-4398 |
8145345844
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ADAMS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 1112 LIGONIER ST, LATROBE, PA, 15650 |
(724) 539-1972
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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 LOYALHANNA LAKE, PA US, located 12.8 miles from ZCTA5 15779. 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° | 18.6° | 27.6° | 3.07" | — |
| February | 39.9° | 19.6° | 29.8° | 2.51" | — |
| March | 49.4° | 26.7° | 38.0° | 3.25" | — |
| April | 62.4° | 36.1° | 49.2° | 3.76" | — |
| May | 71.8° | 46.0° | 58.9° | 4.00" | — |
| June | 79.5° | 54.9° | 67.2° | 4.13" | — |
| July | 83.3° | 59.0° | 71.1° | 4.33" | — |
| August | 81.6° | 58.3° | 70.0° | 4.60" | — |
| September | 75.7° | 51.2° | 63.4° | 4.00" | — |
| October | 63.8° | 39.9° | 51.9° | 2.88" | — |
| November | 51.7° | 29.7° | 40.7° | 3.34" | — |
| December | 40.5° | 24.2° | 32.3° | 3.57" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blairsville borough | Borough | 3.1 mi | — |
| Bolivar borough | Borough | 3.5 mi | — |
| Robinson CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Millwood CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Black Lick CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Derry borough | Borough | 6.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 15779. • 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.