ZIP Code 17579, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 17579 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 17579 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,875. The land area covers 14.64 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,875 | ±424 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,288 | ±175 | 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 | 2,322 | ±184 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,288 | ±175 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 34 | ±56 |
| Median Home Value | $349,400 | ±$21,444 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,048 | ±$304 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,621 | ±$8,139 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,609 | ±$3,943 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% | ±7.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 652 | ±495 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,987 | ±360 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.6% | ±4% |
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: 563,293 (2024)
ID: 173728
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT CHAIRMAN
150 N QUEEN ST, STE 715, LANCASTER PA 17603-3562
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Akron, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Manheim, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Christiana, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | East Earl, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Lancaster, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Brownstown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Lancaster, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lancaster, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lancaster, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Lancaster, 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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Lancaster County Career and Technology Center
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College | 4.8 mi away | 1730 Hans Herr Drive, Willow Street, PA, 17584 |
7174647050
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STRASBURG-HEISLER LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 143 PRECISION AVE, STRASBURG, PA, 17579 |
(717) 687-8969
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Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster
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College | 7.8 mi away | 850 Greenfield Road, Lancaster, PA, 17601 |
8006225443
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QUARRYVILLE LIBRARY CENTER
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 357 BUCK ROAD, QUARRYVILLE, PA, 17566 |
(717) 786-1336
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Lancaster School of Cosmetology & Therapeutic Bodywork
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College Vocational | 7.8 mi away | 50 Ranck Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602 |
7172990200
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PEQUEA VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 31 CENTER STREET, INTERCOURSE, PA, 17534 |
(717) 768-3160
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Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
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College | 7.8 mi away | 750 E King St, Lancaster, PA, 17602-3198 |
7172997731
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LANCASTER COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 1866 COLONIAL VILLAGE LN, SUITE 107, LANCASTER, PA, 17601 |
(717) 207-0500
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Champ's Barber School
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College Vocational | 8.6 mi away | 54 West King Street, Lancaster, PA, 17602-3809 |
7173940422
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SALISBURY TOWNSHIP BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 835 HOUSTON RUN DRIVE, SUITE 220, GAP, PA, 17527 |
(717) 442-3304
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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 LANCASTER 2NE FLTR PLT, PA US, located 7.9 miles from ZCTA5 17579. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.9° | 22.2° | 31.0° | 3.01" | 6.1" |
| February | 42.8° | 23.6° | 33.2° | 2.52" | 7.4" |
| March | 52.0° | 30.9° | 41.4° | 3.50" | 3.4" |
| April | 64.6° | 40.5° | 52.6° | 3.54" | 0.2" |
| May | 74.5° | 50.4° | 62.4° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.7° | 59.7° | 71.2° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.0° | 64.7° | 75.9° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.1° | 63.0° | 74.1° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.2° | 55.6° | 66.9° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.4° | 43.7° | 55.1° | 4.18" | 0.3" |
| November | 54.8° | 34.0° | 44.4° | 3.26" | 0.6" |
| December | 44.4° | 27.1° | 35.7° | 3.47" | 3.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strasburg borough | Borough | 1.7 mi | — |
| Refton CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Lampeter CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Soudersburg CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Paradise CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Quarryville borough | Borough | 4.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 17579. • 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.