ZIP Code 19121, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 19121 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 19121 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 41,574. The land area covers 2.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 41,574 | ±3,006 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 27.4 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,045 | ±1,210 | 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 | 20,858 | ±1,112 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,045 | ±1,210 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,813 | ±453 |
| Median Home Value | $266,700 | ±$22,597 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,187 | ±$112 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $38,516 | ±$7,800 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,848 | ±$2,285 |
| Poverty Rate | 37.7% | ±5.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 15,274 | ±2,523 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.7% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,242 | ±1,561 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.7% | ±7.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CHERRY HILL, NJ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Pennsauken, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Abington, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Abington, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sharon Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Philadelphia, 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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Temple University
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College | 1.2 mi away | 1801 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19122-6096 |
2152047000
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CECIL B MOORE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 2320 W. CECIL B. MOORE AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19121 |
(215) 685-2766
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Community College of Philadelphia
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College | 1.6 mi away | 1700 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA, 19130-3991 |
2157518010
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WIDENER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 2808 W. LEHIGH AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19132 |
(215) 685-9799
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Moore College of Art and Design
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College | 1.8 mi away | 20th and the Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, 19103-1179 |
2155684515
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CHARLES DURHAM BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 3320 HAVERFORD AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19101 |
(215) 685-7436
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Drexel University
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College | 1.9 mi away | 3141 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104 |
2158952000
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LIBRARY OF ACCESSIBLE MEDIA FOR PENNSYLVANIANS
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1500 SPRING GARDEN STREET, SUITE 23, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19130 |
(215) 683-3213
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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
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College | 2.0 mi away | 128 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102-1510 |
2159727600
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FREE LIBRARY OF PHILADELPHIA
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 1901 VINE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19103 |
(215) 686-5300
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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 PHILA FRANKLIN INST, PA US, located 1.7 miles from ZCTA5 19121. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.6° | 27.8° | 34.7° | 3.61" | 6.4" |
| February | 44.9° | 29.6° | 37.2° | 3.34" | 4.0" |
| March | 53.5° | 36.4° | 44.9° | 4.54" | 2.0" |
| April | 65.9° | 46.3° | 56.1° | 4.00" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.7° | 56.3° | 66.0° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.9° | 65.9° | 75.4° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.3° | 71.4° | 80.4° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.2° | 69.5° | 78.3° | 4.95" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.3° | 62.7° | 71.5° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.1° | 51.1° | 59.6° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.4° | 41.3° | 48.9° | 3.37" | 0.1" |
| December | 46.5° | 33.2° | 39.9° | 4.27" | 3.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Bala Cynwyd CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Merion Station CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Millbourne borough | Borough | 4.1 mi | — |
| Narberth borough | Borough | 4.8 mi | — |
| Penn Wynne CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 19121. • 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.