ZIP Code 16438, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 16438 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 16438 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Crawford County / Erie County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,421. The land area covers 102.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,421 | ±516 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,952 | ±187 | 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 | 4,058 | ±234 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,952 | ±187 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,106 | ±167 |
| Median Home Value | $146,600 | ±$17,732 |
| Median Gross Rent | $744 | ±$85 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,000 | ±$8,880 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,220 | ±$2,540 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,236 | ±290 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,921 | ±280 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83% | ±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: 82,089 (2024)
ID: 187190
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
903 DIAMOND PARK, MEADVILLE PA 16335-2695
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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 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | CLYMER, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Cambridge Springs, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Cambridge Springs, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Corry, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Corry, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Corry, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Corry, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Erie, 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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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College
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College | 17.3 mi away | 4701 College Drive, Erie, PA, 16563-0001 |
8148986160
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UNION CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 2 STRANAHAN ST., UNION CITY, PA, 16438 |
(814) 438-3209
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Erie Institute of Technology Inc
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College | 18.0 mi away | 940 Millcreek Mall, Erie, PA, 16565 |
8148689900201
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WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 24 SOUTH PARK ROW, WATERFORD, PA, 16441 |
(814) 796-4729
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Great Lakes Institute of Technology
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College | 18.1 mi away | 5100 Peach Street, Erie, PA, 16509-2482 |
8148646666
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CORRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 117 W WASHINGTON ST., CORRY, PA, 16407 |
(814) 664-7611
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Mercyhurst University
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College | 18.2 mi away | 501 E 38th St, Erie, PA, 16546 |
8148242000
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CAMBRIDGE SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 158 MCCLELLAN ST, CAMBRIDGE SPRINGS, PA, 16403 |
(814) 398-2123
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Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 18.6 mi away | 1858 W Grandview Blvd, Erie, PA, 16509-1025 |
8148666641
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CLYMER-FRENCH CREEK FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 564 CLYMER - SHERMAN ROAD, CLYMER, NY, 14724 |
(716) 355-8823
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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 UNION CITY FILTRATION PLANT, PA US, located 0.9 miles from ZCTA5 16438. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.3° | 16.3° | 24.3° | 4.06" | 30.3" |
| February | 34.5° | 15.0° | 24.8° | 2.93" | 21.3" |
| March | 43.2° | 23.0° | 33.1° | 3.62" | 15.8" |
| April | 56.4° | 33.8° | 45.1° | 4.19" | 3.8" |
| May | 68.2° | 44.6° | 56.4° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.9° | 54.0° | 65.0° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.0° | 58.3° | 69.2° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.7° | 56.5° | 67.6° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.7° | 49.3° | 61.0° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.0° | 38.4° | 49.7° | 4.52" | 0.9" |
| November | 48.3° | 30.7° | 39.5° | 3.87" | 14.5" |
| December | 37.3° | 22.5° | 29.9° | 4.20" | 27.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union City borough | Borough | 0.5 mi | — |
| Elgin borough | Borough | 5.3 mi | — |
| Canadohta Lake CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Mill Village borough | Borough | 6.5 mi | — |
| Lincolnville CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Riceville CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 16438. • 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.