ZIP Code 18853, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 18853 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 18853 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,028. The land area covers 106.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,028 | ±352 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,605 | ±126 | 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 | 2,075 | ±146 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,605 | ±126 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 470 | ±95 |
| Median Home Value | $225,200 | ±$12,054 |
| Median Gross Rent | $876 | ±$53 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,250 | ±$9,871 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,790 | ±$5,416 |
| Poverty Rate | 12% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 482 | ±113 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,650 | ±195 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.8% | ±2.5% |
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: 59,699 (2024)
ID: 211834
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
301 MAIN ST, TOWANDA PA 18848-1891
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Towanda, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Rome, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Rome, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Towanda, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Towanda, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Towanda, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Wyalusing, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Wyalusing, PA | |
| 4 Nearby | 3-17 | ULSTER, PA | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-11 | TOWANDA, 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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Northern Tier Career Center
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College Vocational | 12.2 mi away | 120 Career Center Lane, Towanda, PA, 18848-9731 |
5702658113
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WYALUSING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 115 CHURCH STREET, WYALUSING, PA, 18853 |
(570) 746-1711
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Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center
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College Vocational | 16.6 mi away | 2380 Elk Lake School Road, Springville, PA, 18844 |
5702789229
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TOWANDA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 104 MAIN ST, TOWANDA, PA, 18848 |
(570) 265-2470
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MONROETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 149 DALPIAZ DR, MONROETON, PA, 18832 |
(570) 265-2871
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MATHER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 23866 ROUTE 220, ULSTER, PA, 18850 |
(570) 358-3595
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SULLIVAN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 206 CENTER STREET, DUSHORE, PA, 18614 |
(570) 928-9352
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BRADFORD COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 16093 ROUTE 6, TROY, PA, 16947 |
(570) 297-2436
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BRADFORD COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 16093 ROUTE 6, TROY, PA, 16947 |
(570) 297-2436
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SPALDING MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 724 S MAIN ST, ATHENS, PA, 18810 |
(570) 888-7117
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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 TOWANDA 1 S, PA US, located 8.8 miles from ZCTA5 18853. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.0° | 17.1° | 26.1° | 2.39" | 11.0" |
| February | 37.6° | 17.7° | 27.7° | 1.90" | 7.1" |
| March | 46.0° | 24.6° | 35.3° | 3.12" | 8.8" |
| April | 59.5° | 34.7° | 47.1° | 3.47" | 1.5" |
| May | 71.1° | 45.7° | 58.4° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.3° | 55.1° | 67.2° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.7° | 59.3° | 71.5° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.9° | 57.7° | 69.8° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.9° | 50.7° | 62.8° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.6° | 39.8° | 51.2° | 3.67" | 0.2" |
| November | 50.2° | 30.7° | 40.5° | 2.60" | 1.8" |
| December | 39.6° | 23.6° | 31.6° | 2.71" | 7.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyalusing borough | Borough | 3.5 mi | — |
| Laceyville borough | Borough | 8.0 mi | — |
| Towanda borough | Borough | 9.3 mi | — |
| LeRaysville borough | Borough | 9.6 mi | — |
| Rome borough | Borough | 10.0 mi | — |
| Monroe borough | Borough | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 18853. • 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.