ZIP Code 19342, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 19342 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 19342 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chester County / Delaware County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,770. The land area covers 19.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,770 | ±1,118 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,772 | ±471 | 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 | 8,286 | ±501 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,772 | ±471 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 514 | ±217 |
| Median Home Value | $594,000 | ±$25,585 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,380 | ±$111 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $132,688 | ±$10,785 |
| Per Capita Income | $65,494 | ±$4,533 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 739 | ±296 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,413 | ±643 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.5% | ±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: 560,745 (2024)
ID: 133449
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
313 W MARKET ST, STE 6202, WEST CHESTER PA 19380
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | West Chester, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sharon Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Exton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | King of Prussia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Aldan, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Morton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Lansdowne, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Drexel Hill, 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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Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
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College | 2.3 mi away | 1837 University Circle, Cheyney, PA, 19319-0200 |
6103992275
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RACHEL KOHL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 687 SMITHBRIDGE ROAD, GLEN MILLS, PA, 19342 |
(610) 358-3445
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine
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College | 3.0 mi away | 25 Yearsley Mill Road, Media, PA, 19063-5522 |
6108921200
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ASTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 3270 CONCORD ROAD, ASTON, PA, 19014 |
(610) 494-5877
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Neumann University
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College | 3.9 mi away | One Neumann Drive, Aston, PA, 19014-1298 |
6104590905
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MIDDLETOWN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 464 S OLD MIDDLETOWN RD SUITE 3, LIMA, PA, 19037 |
(610) 566-7828
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Williamson College of the Trades
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College | 4.1 mi away | 106 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA, 19063-5299 |
6105661776
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MEDIA UPPER PROVIDENCE FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 1 EAST FRONT ST, MEDIA, PA, 19063 |
(610) 566-1918
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Venus Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 5.5 mi away | 600 Turner Industrial Way, Aston, PA, 19014 |
6104941000
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HELEN KATE FURNESS FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 100 NORTH PROVIDENCE RD, WALLINGFORD, PA, 19086 |
(610) 566-9331
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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 MARCUS HOOK, PA US, located 6.9 miles from ZCTA5 19342. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.9° | 26.8° | 34.8° | 3.15" | — |
| February | 45.9° | 27.8° | 36.9° | 2.22" | — |
| March | 53.4° | 34.5° | 43.9° | 3.93" | — |
| April | 65.6° | 45.1° | 55.4° | 3.48" | — |
| May | 74.9° | 55.1° | 65.0° | 3.16" | — |
| June | 83.7° | 64.6° | 74.1° | 3.31" | — |
| July | 88.8° | 70.1° | 79.5° | 4.81" | — |
| August | 86.8° | 68.7° | 77.7° | 3.68" | — |
| September | 80.0° | 61.3° | 70.7° | 4.36" | — |
| October | 68.4° | 49.6° | 59.0° | 3.69" | — |
| November | 57.3° | 40.0° | 48.7° | 2.61" | — |
| December | 47.5° | 32.3° | 39.9° | 3.25" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Heights borough | Borough | 2.1 mi | — |
| Cheyney University CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Lima CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Dilworthtown CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Village Green-Green Ridge CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Boothwyn CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 19342. • 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.