ZIP Code 17857, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 17857 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 17857 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,671. The land area covers 26.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,671 | ±34 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.3 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,470 | ±137 | 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 | 3,670 | ±169 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,470 | ±137 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 200 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $202,200 | ±$16,120 |
| Median Gross Rent | $963 | ±$134 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,298 | ±$7,757 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,038 | ±$2,920 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,076 | ±286 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,673 | ±274 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.4% | ±3% |
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: 90,027 (2024)
ID: 173735
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
399 STADIUM DR, SUNBURY PA 17801-3201
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Sunbury, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Danville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Danville, PA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Danville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Danville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lewisburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Catawissa, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Milton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Lewisburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lewisburg, 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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Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit LPN Career
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College Vocational | 4.8 mi away | 15 Lawton Lane, Milton, PA, 17847 |
5707684960
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PRIESTLEY FORSYTH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 100 KING ST, NORTHUMBERLAND, PA, 17857 |
(570) 473-8201
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Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
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College | 5.3 mi away | 191 Performance Road, Sunbury, PA, 17801 |
5709880700
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DEGENSTEIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 40 SOUTH FIFTH STREET, SUNBURY, PA, 17801 |
(570) 286-2461
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Empire Beauty School-Shamokin Dam
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College Vocational | 5.8 mi away | 30 Baldwin Blvd, Suite 50, Shamokin Dam, PA, 17876 |
8009204593
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MILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 541 BROADWAY ST, MILTON, PA, 17847 |
(570) 742-7111
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Bucknell University
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College | 5.9 mi away | One Dent Drive, Lewisburg, PA, 17837 |
5705772000
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PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR UNION COUNTY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 255 REITZ BLVD, LEWISBURG, PA, 17837 |
(570) 523-1172
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Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute-Lewisburg
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College | 6.8 mi away | 7495 Westbranch Hwy, Lewisburg, PA, 17837 |
5702863058
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THOMAS BEAVER FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 317 FERRY STREET, DANVILLE, PA, 17821 |
(570) 275-4180
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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 SUNBURY, PA US, located 5.5 miles from ZCTA5 17857. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.3° | 18.9° | 27.1° | 2.98" | 7.6" |
| February | 39.0° | 20.6° | 29.8° | 2.30" | 8.6" |
| March | 47.7° | 27.4° | 37.6° | 3.33" | 5.2" |
| April | 61.1° | 37.2° | 49.2° | 3.74" | 0.6" |
| May | 71.7° | 47.2° | 59.5° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.8° | 56.8° | 68.3° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.4° | 60.3° | 72.4° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.2° | 59.2° | 70.7° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.1° | 51.2° | 63.1° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.6° | 40.4° | 52.0° | 3.92" | 0.2" |
| November | 50.8° | 31.8° | 41.3° | 3.16" | 1.5" |
| December | 40.1° | 24.6° | 32.3° | 3.34" | 4.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland borough | Borough | 2.6 mi | — |
| Kapp Heights CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Montandon CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Sunbury city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Winfield CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Shamokin Dam borough | Borough | 5.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 17857. • 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.