ZIP Code 16635, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 16635 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 16635 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Blair County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,003. The land area covers 56.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,003 | ±570 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,077 | ±284 | 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 | 5,380 | ±299 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,077 | ±284 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 303 | ±127 |
| Median Home Value | $192,100 | ±$13,346 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,023 | ±$88 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,760 | ±$7,367 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,177 | ±$3,628 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 848 | ±225 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,708 | ±351 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±6.8% |
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: 120,269 (2024)
ID: 111836
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
423 ALLEGHENY STREET, STE 441A, HOLLIDAYSBURG PA 16648-2022
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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 | Ebensburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Altoona, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Altoona, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Altoona, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Bellwood, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bellwood, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ebensburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Carrolltown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ebensburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ebensburg, 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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The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona
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College Vocational | 5.7 mi away | 415 D Orchard Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16601-2419 |
8149444494
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HOLLIDAYSBURG AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | ONE FURNACE ROAD, HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA, 16648 |
(814) 695-5961
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YTI Career Institute-Altoona
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College | 6.7 mi away | 3200 Pleasant Boulevard, Suite A, Altoona, PA, 16601 |
7177571100
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ROARING SPRING COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 320 EAST MAIN ST, ROARING SPRING, PA, 16673 |
(814) 224-2994
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Mount Aloysius College
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College | 7.4 mi away | 7373 Admiral Peary Hwy, Cresson, PA, 16630-1999 |
8148864131
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GALLITZIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 411 CONVENT STREET, GALLITZIN, PA, 16641 |
(814) 886-4041
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Altoona Beauty School Inc
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College Vocational | 8.0 mi away | 1528 Valley View Blvd., Altoona, PA, 16602-6039 |
8149423141
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CRESSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 231 LAUREL AVE, CRESSON, PA, 16630 |
(814) 886-2619
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Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center
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College Vocational | 8.1 mi away | 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602-3616 |
8149418324
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LILLY WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 101 MEMORIAL DRIVE SUITE 2, LILLY, PA, 15938 |
(814) 886-7543
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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 ALTOONA 7 SW, PA US, located 3.1 miles from ZCTA5 16635. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.7° | 20.4° | 28.1° | 2.85" | 10.6" |
| February | 39.4° | 21.7° | 30.5° | 2.41" | 10.6" |
| March | 47.7° | 28.3° | 38.0° | 3.44" | 6.6" |
| April | 61.4° | 38.4° | 49.9° | 3.41" | 0.5" |
| May | 71.4° | 48.5° | 59.9° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 57.9° | 68.4° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.4° | 61.7° | 72.6° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.8° | 60.1° | 70.9° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.8° | 53.0° | 63.9° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.7° | 41.8° | 52.3° | 3.47" | 0.5" |
| November | 50.8° | 32.8° | 41.8° | 3.16" | 1.7" |
| December | 39.7° | 25.2° | 32.4° | 3.28" | 7.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foot of Ten CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Puzzletown CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| Newry borough | Borough | 2.4 mi | — |
| Duncansville borough | Borough | 2.8 mi | — |
| Sunbrook CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Carson Valley CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 16635. • 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.