ZIP Code 16503, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 16503 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 16503 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Erie County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 15,753. The land area covers 2.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,753 | ±1,131 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 31.7 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,031 | ±433 | 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 | 6,591 | ±441 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,031 | ±433 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 560 | ±147 |
| Median Home Value | $64,600 | ±$4,878 |
| Median Gross Rent | $869 | ±$36 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $32,340 | ±$4,981 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,311 | ±$2,558 |
| Poverty Rate | 34.7% | ±5.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,128 | ±896 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.5% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,901 | ±675 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.3% | ±3.3% |
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: 267,750 (2024)
ID: 173722
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
318 REED ST, ERIE PA 16507
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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 | Fairview, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Lake City, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Erie, PA | |
| Regular 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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Gannon University
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College | 1.3 mi away | 109 W Sixth St, Erie, PA, 16541-0001 |
8148717000
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ERIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 160 E FRONT ST, ERIE, PA, 16507 |
(814) 451-6900
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Mercyhurst University
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College | 1.5 mi away | 501 E 38th St, Erie, PA, 16546 |
8148242000
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ERIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY (RURAL BOOKMOBILE)
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 160 EAST FRONT ST., ERIE, PA, 16507 |
(814) 451-6920
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Great Lakes Institute of Technology
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College | 3.7 mi away | 5100 Peach Street, Erie, PA, 16509-2482 |
8148646666
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IROQUOIS AVENUE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 4212 IROQUOIS AVE., ERIE, PA, 16511 |
(814) 451-7082
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Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 4.0 mi away | 1858 W Grandview Blvd, Erie, PA, 16509-1025 |
8148666641
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MILLCREEK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 2088 INTERCHANGE RD, SUITE 280, ERIE, PA, 16565 |
(814) 451-7084
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College
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College | 4.0 mi away | 4701 College Drive, Erie, PA, 16563-0001 |
8148986160
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LINCOLN COMMUNITY CENTER
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 1255 MANCHESTER ROAD, ERIE, PA, 16505 |
(814) 451-7085
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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 ERIE INTL AP, PA US, located 7.0 miles from ZCTA5 16503. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.2° | 21.3° | 28.2° | 3.41" | 31.8" |
| February | 36.5° | 21.4° | 28.9° | 2.52" | 19.4" |
| March | 44.3° | 27.9° | 36.1° | 3.08" | 14.5" |
| April | 56.8° | 38.0° | 47.4° | 3.47" | 2.6" |
| May | 68.3° | 49.3° | 58.8° | 3.50" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.1° | 59.4° | 68.2° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.1° | 64.2° | 72.7° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 63.2° | 71.5° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.7° | 56.7° | 65.2° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.3° | 46.3° | 54.3° | 4.38" | 0.1" |
| November | 50.5° | 36.7° | 43.6° | 3.75" | 9.6" |
| December | 40.2° | 28.0° | 34.1° | 4.17" | 26.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie city | City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lawrence Park CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Wesleyville borough | Borough | 2.6 mi | — |
| Northwest Harborcreek CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Penn State Erie (Behrend) CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| McKean borough | Borough | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 16503. • 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.