ZIP Code 16840, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 16840 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 16840 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 476. The land area covers 0.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | ±426 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.4 yrs | ±21.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 151 | ±86 | 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 | 151 | ±86 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 151 | ±86 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±12 |
| Median Home Value | Less than $10,000 | — |
| 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 | $46,540 | ±$13,535 |
| Per Capita Income | $18,917 | ±$13,597 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±12 |
| Unemployment Rate | 49.5% | ±68.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 99 | ±106 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±25.5% |
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: 78,132 (2024)
ID: 173719
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
212 E LOCUST ST, STE 112, CLEARFIELD PA 16830-2447
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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 | Clearfield, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Clearfield, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Clearfield, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Port Matilda, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Houtzdale, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Houtzdale, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Snow Shoe, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Osceola Mills, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | State College, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | State College, 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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Clearfield County Career and Technology Center
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College Vocational | 13.4 mi away | 1620 River Road, Clearfield, PA, 16830 |
8147655308
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HOLT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 17 N FRONT ST, PHILIPSBURG, PA, 16866 |
(814) 342-1987
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
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College | 19.9 mi away | 201 Old Main, University Park, PA, 16802-1503 |
8148654700
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JOSEPH & ELIZABETH SHAW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 1 SOUTH FRONT ST, CLEARFIELD, PA, 16830 |
(814) 765-3271
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Pennsylvania State University-World Campus
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College | 19.9 mi away | President's Office 201 Old Main, University Park, PA, 16802-1503 |
8148655403
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CLEARFIELD CO PUB LIB FED (BOOKMOBILE)
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 601 BEECH STREET, CURWENSVILLE, PA, 16833 |
(814) 236-0589
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South Hills School of Business & Technology
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College | 20.9 mi away | 480 Waupelani Dr, State College, PA, 16801-4516 |
8142347755
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CURWENSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 601 BEECH STREET, CURWENSVILLE, PA, 16833 |
(814) 236-0533
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Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
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College | 24.3 mi away | 540 N Harrison Rd, Pleasant Gap, PA, 16823 |
8143592793
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TYRONE-SNYDER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 1000 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., TYRONE, PA, 16686 |
(814) 684-1133
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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 PHILIPSBURG 2 S, PA US, located 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 16840. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.1° | 15.5° | 23.8° | 3.02" | 13.1" |
| February | 34.9° | 16.6° | 25.8° | 2.49" | 12.7" |
| March | 43.8° | 23.0° | 33.4° | 3.64" | 9.1" |
| April | 57.4° | 34.1° | 45.8° | 3.73" | 2.0" |
| May | 67.8° | 44.5° | 56.2° | 3.78" | 0.1" |
| June | 75.5° | 52.8° | 64.1° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.7° | 56.9° | 68.3° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.1° | 55.1° | 66.6° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 48.1° | 59.9° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.4° | 37.8° | 48.6° | 3.47" | 0.8" |
| November | 47.0° | 29.1° | 38.0° | 3.17" | 2.6" |
| December | 36.2° | 21.3° | 28.8° | 3.14" | 9.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawk Run CDP | CDP | 0.0 mi | — |
| North Philipsburg CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Philipsburg borough | Borough | 2.2 mi | — |
| Morrisdale CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| South Philipsburg CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Chester Hill borough | Borough | 2.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 16840. • 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.