ZIP Code 17243, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 17243 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 17243 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Huntingdon County / Juniata County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,264. The land area covers 60.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,264 | ±193 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54 yrs | ±6.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 506 | ±85 | 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 | 767 | ±109 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 506 | ±85 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 261 | ±81 |
| Median Home Value | $155,400 | ±$21,258 |
| Median Gross Rent | $760 | ±$268 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,381 | ±$9,327 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,774 | ±$3,525 |
| Poverty Rate | 15% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 170 | ±66 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 485 | ±153 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.5% | ±6.7% |
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: 43,359 (2024)
ID: 111848
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF CLERK
223 PENN ST, 2ND FL, HUNTINGDON PA 16652
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Willow Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Willow Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Willow Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Waterfall, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Waterfall, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Mill Creek, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lurgan, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Mount Union, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mount Union, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Mount Union, 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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Juniata College
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College | 18.4 mi away | 1700 Moore St, Huntingdon, PA, 16652-2196 |
8146413000
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COMMUNITY LIBRARY OF WESTERN PERRY COUNTY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 104 E. MAIN ST., BLAIN, PA, 17006 |
(717) 536-3761
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Triangle Tech-Chambersburg
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College | 21.9 mi away | 1669 Opportunity Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, 17201-7834 |
41235910007901
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HUNTINGDON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 330 PENN ST, HUNTINGDON, PA, 16652 |
(814) 643-0200
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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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College | 22.0 mi away | 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, 17257-2299 |
7174777447
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HUSTONTOWN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 313 EAST PITT STREET, SUITE B, HUSTONTOWN, PA, 17229 |
(717) 987-3606
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Wilson College
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College | 24.7 mi away | 1015 Philadelphia Ave, Chambersburg, PA, 17201-1285 |
7172644141
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SHIPPENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 73 W KING ST, SHIPPENSBURG, PA, 17257 |
(717) 532-4508
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SAXTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 315 FRONT ST, SAXTON, PA, 16678 |
(814) 635-3533
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KISHACOQUILLAS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 174 N. PENN STREET, BELLEVILLE, PA, 17004 |
(717) 935-2880
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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 RAYSTOWN LAKE 2, PA US, located 15.3 miles from ZCTA5 17243. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.3° | 21.1° | 29.2° | 2.82" | — |
| February | 39.9° | 22.2° | 31.0° | 2.25" | — |
| March | 48.8° | 29.2° | 39.0° | 3.08" | — |
| April | 61.5° | 39.7° | 50.6° | 3.66" | — |
| May | 71.9° | 49.6° | 60.8° | 4.40" | — |
| June | 80.0° | 58.4° | 69.2° | 3.83" | — |
| July | 84.7° | 63.3° | 74.0° | 3.79" | — |
| August | 83.6° | 61.9° | 72.7° | 3.53" | — |
| September | 76.2° | 54.9° | 65.6° | 3.87" | — |
| October | 63.9° | 43.9° | 53.9° | 3.41" | — |
| November | 52.2° | 34.3° | 43.2° | 2.94" | — |
| December | 41.5° | 27.0° | 34.2° | 3.13" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirleysburg borough | Borough | 3.4 mi | — |
| Orbisonia borough | Borough | 5.0 mi | — |
| Rockhill borough | Borough | 5.3 mi | — |
| Allenport CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Kistler borough | Borough | 7.0 mi | — |
| Shade Gap borough | Borough | 7.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 17243. • 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.