ZIP Code 15853, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 15853 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 15853 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Elk County / Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,420. The land area covers 150.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,420 | ±292 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,767 | ±179 | 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 | 3,476 | ±198 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,767 | ±179 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 709 | ±141 |
| Median Home Value | $109,400 | ±$11,113 |
| Median Gross Rent | $708 | ±$122 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,344 | ±$12,149 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,433 | ±$2,553 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 675 | ±223 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.4% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,752 | ±275 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.9% | ±3.2% |
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: 30,124 (2024)
ID: 173721
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF CLERK
PO BOX 448, RIDGWAY PA 15853-0448
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Brockway, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Brockway, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Kersey, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ridgway, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Johnsonburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Johnsonburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ridgway, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ridgway, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Saint Marys, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Saint Marys, 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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Triangle Tech Inc-Dubois
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College | 16.9 mi away | 225 Tannery Row Road, Falls Creek, PA, 15840-3333 |
8143712090
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RIDGWAY FREE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 329 CENTER ST, RIDGWAY, PA, 15853 |
(814) 773-7573
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois
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College | 18.4 mi away | 1 College Place, DuBois, PA, 15801-2549 |
8143754700
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JOHNSONBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 520 MARKET ST, JOHNSONBURG, PA, 15845 |
(814) 965-4110
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Jefferson County Dubois Area Vocational Technical Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 20.2 mi away | 576 Vo-Tech Road, Reynoldsville, PA, 15851 |
8146538420123
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MENGLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 324 MAIN STREET, BROCKWAY, PA, 15824 |
(814) 265-8245
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ST MARYS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 127 CENTER ST, ST MARYS, PA, 15857 |
(814) 834-6141
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WILCOX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 105 CLARION STREET, WILCOX, PA, 15870 |
(814) 929-5639
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MARIENVILLE AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 106 PINE ST., MARIENVILLE, PA, 16239 |
(814) 927-8552
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FRIENDS MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 230 CHASE STREET, KANE, PA, 16735 |
(814) 837-7010
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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 RIDGWAY, PA US, located 2.9 miles from ZCTA5 15853. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.7° | 16.2° | 24.9° | 3.44" | 15.3" |
| February | 36.5° | 16.5° | 26.5° | 2.67" | 12.5" |
| March | 45.4° | 23.2° | 34.3° | 3.41" | 7.5" |
| April | 58.9° | 32.9° | 45.9° | 3.89" | 1.5" |
| May | 70.1° | 43.3° | 56.7° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.4° | 52.4° | 64.9° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.2° | 56.5° | 68.8° | 4.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.1° | 55.3° | 67.7° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.6° | 48.8° | 61.2° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.6° | 38.2° | 49.9° | 3.76" | 0.4" |
| November | 49.0° | 29.6° | 39.3° | 3.49" | 3.2" |
| December | 38.3° | 22.7° | 30.5° | 3.45" | 12.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgway borough | Borough | 4.3 mi | — |
| Johnsonburg borough | Borough | 9.0 mi | — |
| Kersey CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
| Crenshaw CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Brockway borough | Borough | 10.0 mi | — |
| Wilcox CDP | CDP | 13.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 15853. • 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.