ZIP Code 17981, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 17981 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 17981 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,468. The land area covers 38.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,468 | ±196 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48 yrs | ±4.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 926 | ±79 | 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 | 1,045 | ±88 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 926 | ±79 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 119 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | $92,700 | ±$7,316 |
| Median Gross Rent | $869 | ±$57 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,261 | ±$12,326 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,175 | ±$4,780 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 220 | ±64 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,206 | ±134 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.1% | ±3.3% |
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: 144,523 (2024)
ID: 173737
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
401 N 2ND ST, 301, POTTSVILLE PA 17901-1757
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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 | Bethel, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Friedensburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Schuylkill Haven, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pottsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Pottsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Pottsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Valley View, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Pottsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Trevorton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Mahanoy City, 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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Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing
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College | 11.5 mi away | 700 Schuylkill Manor Road, Pottsville, PA, 17901 |
5706215035
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TREMONT AREA FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 19 NORTH PINE STREET, TREMONT, PA, 17981 |
(570) 695-3325
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill
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College | 11.9 mi away | 200 University Drive, Schuylkill Haven, PA, 17972-2202 |
5703856000
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TRI VALLEY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 633 EAST MAIN ST, HEGINS, PA, 17938 |
(570) 682-8922
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Empire Beauty School-Pottsville
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College Vocational | 12.0 mi away | 396 Pottsville - St. Clair Highway, Pottsville, PA, 17901 |
8009204593
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MINERSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 220 S FOURTH ST, MINERSVILLE, PA, 17954 |
(570) 544-5196
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Schuylkill Technology Center
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College Vocational | 13.2 mi away | 101 Technology Dr, Frackville, PA, 17931 |
5708741412
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TOWER-PORTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 230 E GRAND AVE, TOWER CITY, PA, 17980 |
(717) 647-4900
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Champ's Barber School-Lebanon
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College Vocational | 20.3 mi away | 37 South 8th Street, Lebanon, PA, 17042-0001 |
7172775037
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ASHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 1229 CENTRE ST, ASHLAND, PA, 17921 |
(570) 875-3175
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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 BEAR GAP, PA US, located 14.2 miles from ZCTA5 17981. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.8° | 19.3° | 27.1° | 3.54" | 9.3" |
| February | 38.3° | 21.9° | 30.1° | 2.53" | 8.9" |
| March | 47.7° | 28.6° | 38.1° | 3.68" | 7.7" |
| April | 60.7° | 38.7° | 49.7° | 4.27" | 0.8" |
| May | 71.4° | 48.1° | 59.8° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 57.2° | 68.1° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.7° | 61.3° | 72.5° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.3° | 60.4° | 70.3° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.2° | 52.9° | 63.5° | 5.20" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.2° | 42.4° | 52.3° | 4.26" | 0.4" |
| November | 49.8° | 33.1° | 41.5° | 3.50" | 1.8" |
| December | 39.7° | 25.4° | 32.6° | 3.66" | 4.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tremont borough | Borough | 0.1 mi | — |
| Donaldson CDP | CDP | 0.8 mi | — |
| Newtown CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Ravine CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Branchdale CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Hegins CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 17981. • 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.