ZIP Code 18947, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 18947 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 18947 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,477. The land area covers 25.18 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,477 | ±718 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,381 | ±295 | 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 | 2,673 | ±302 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,381 | ±295 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 292 | ±138 |
| Median Home Value | $615,000 | ±$47,057 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,927 | ±$1,066 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $140,783 | ±$12,479 |
| Per Capita Income | $68,086 | ±$7,569 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 217 | ±130 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.4% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,531 | ±558 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.5% | ±1.5% |
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: 650,131 (2024)
ID: 194487
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
55 E COURT ST, DOYLESTOWN PA 18901-4331
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06 | Quakertown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Yardley, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Pittstown, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Warrington, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | TITUSVILLE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Perkasie, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Furlong, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Lansdale, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Langhorne, 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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Delaware Valley University
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College | 8.8 mi away | 700 E Butler Ave, Doylestown, PA, 18901-2697 |
2153451500
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FRENCHTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 29 SECOND STREET, FRENCHTOWN, NJ, 08825 |
(201) 996-4788
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Bucks County Community College
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College | 15.0 mi away | 275 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA, 18940-4106 |
2159688000
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BUCKS COUNTY FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 150 SOUTH PINE ST, DOYLESTOWN, PA, 18901 |
(215) 348-0332
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Modern Male Barber Academy
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College Vocational | 15.2 mi away | 209 West Main Street, Lansdale, PA, 19446-0061 |
2156927067
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FREE LIBRARY OF NEW HOPE AND SOLEBURY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 93 WEST FERRY ST, NEW HOPE, PA, 18938 |
(215) 862-2330
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Lansdale School of Cosmetology Inc
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College Vocational | 15.3 mi away | 215 W Main St, Lansdale, PA, 19446-2003 |
2153622322
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LAMBERTVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 6 LILLY STREET, LAMBERTVILLE, NJ, 08530 |
(609) 397-0275
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Won Institute of Graduate Studies
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College | 15.5 mi away | 800 Jacksonville Rd, Warminster, PA, 18974 |
2158848942
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MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 40 FRENCHTOWN ROAD, MILFORD, NJ, 08848 |
(201) 995-4072
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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 DOYLESTOWN AP, PA US, located 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 18947. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.8° | 23.3° | 31.0° | 3.16" | — |
| February | 42.0° | 24.6° | 33.3° | 2.47" | — |
| March | 50.2° | 31.4° | 40.8° | 3.88" | — |
| April | 62.7° | 41.0° | 51.9° | 3.91" | — |
| May | 72.4° | 50.8° | 61.6° | 4.27" | — |
| June | 81.0° | 59.6° | 70.3° | 4.24" | — |
| July | 85.6° | 65.1° | 75.4° | 5.48" | — |
| August | 83.6° | 63.4° | 73.5° | 4.86" | — |
| September | 76.9° | 56.7° | 66.8° | 4.35" | — |
| October | 65.1° | 45.3° | 55.2° | 3.75" | — |
| November | 54.0° | 35.7° | 44.9° | 3.35" | — |
| December | 43.5° | 28.4° | 35.9° | 3.95" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumsteadville CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Dublin borough | Borough | 5.6 mi | — |
| Doylestown borough | Borough | 7.5 mi | — |
| Blooming Glen CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Stockton borough | Borough | 7.8 mi | — |
| Frenchtown borough | Borough | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 18947. • 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.