ZIP Code 17222, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 17222 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 17222 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Adams County / Franklin County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,550. The land area covers 64.97 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,550 | ±948 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.9 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,594 | ±375 | 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 | 5,205 | ±354 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,594 | ±375 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 611 | ±175 |
| Median Home Value | $255,600 | ±$18,680 |
| Median Gross Rent | $890 | ±$317 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,000 | ±$6,906 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,284 | ±$4,263 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 295 | ±162 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,305 | ±466 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.6% | ±1.8% |
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: 107,914 (2024)
ID: 173713
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP SECRETARY
559 OLD US ROUTE 15, YORK SPRINGS PA 17372-9655
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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 | 11-12 | Gettysburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chambersburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Biglerville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Biglerville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chambersburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cascade, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chambersburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chambersburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chambersburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chambersburg, 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 Mont Alto
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College | 4.5 mi away | 1 Campus Drive, Mont Alto, PA, 17237-9700 |
7177496000
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FRANKLIN COUNTY BOOKMOBILES
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 101 RAGGED EDGE ROAD SOUTH, CHAMBERSBURG, PA, 17202 |
(717) 264-9863
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Wilson College
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College | 9.1 mi away | 1015 Philadelphia Ave, Chambersburg, PA, 17201-1285 |
7172644141
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GROVE FAMILY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 101 RAGGED EDGE ROAD SOUTH, CHAMBERSBURG, PA, 17202 |
(717) 264-9663
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Franklin County Career and Technology Center
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College Vocational | 9.9 mi away | 2463 Loop Road, Chambersburg, PA, 17202 |
7172635667
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COYLE FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 102 NORTH MAIN STREET, CHAMBERSBURG, PA, 17201 |
(717) 263-1054
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Triangle Tech-Chambersburg
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College | 10.5 mi away | 1669 Opportunity Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, 17201-7834 |
41235910007901
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ALEXANDER HAMILTON MEMORIAL FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 45 EAST MAIN STREET, WAYNESBORO, PA, 17268 |
(717) 762-3335
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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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College | 11.3 mi away | 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, 17257-2299 |
7174777447
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SHIPPENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 73 W KING ST, SHIPPENSBURG, PA, 17257 |
(717) 532-4508
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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 S MTN, PA US, located 3.2 miles from ZCTA5 17222. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.6° | 20.5° | 28.1° | 3.69" | 10.6" |
| February | 38.7° | 21.4° | 30.1° | 2.91" | 9.5" |
| March | 46.5° | 27.8° | 37.1° | 4.38" | 6.5" |
| April | 59.4° | 38.3° | 48.8° | 4.18" | 0.6" |
| May | 69.0° | 48.5° | 58.7° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.1° | 57.5° | 67.3° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.6° | 61.7° | 71.1° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.2° | 60.2° | 69.7° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.0° | 53.0° | 63.0° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.3° | 42.7° | 52.0° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| November | 50.3° | 32.8° | 41.6° | 3.30" | 0.6" |
| December | 39.9° | 25.7° | 32.8° | 3.82" | 5.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Mont Alto borough | Borough | 5.0 mi | — |
| Guilford CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Scotland CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Cashtown CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Orrtanna CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 17222. • 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.