ZIP Code 19462, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 19462 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 19462 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,331. The land area covers 8.30 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,331 | ±739 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,626 | ±283 | 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 | 6,748 | ±292 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,626 | ±283 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 122 | ±77 |
| Median Home Value | $471,000 | ±$13,152 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,876 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $137,535 | ±$11,957 |
| Per Capita Income | $64,501 | ±$3,501 |
| Poverty Rate | 4% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 639 | ±228 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,861 | ±524 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.5% | ±2% |
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: 879,190 (2024)
ID: 173733
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 311, NORRISTOWN PA 19404-0311
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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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Premier Barber Institute
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 573 East Main Street, Norristown, PA, 19401-5163 |
6109082066
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WILLIAM JEANES MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 4051 JOSHUA RD, LAFAYETTE HILL, PA, 19444 |
(610) 828-0441
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Chestnut Hill College
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College | 3.4 mi away | 9601 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19118-2693 |
2152487000
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WISSAHICKON VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 650 SKIPPACK PIKE, BLUE BELL, PA, 19422 |
(215) 643-1320
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The Beauty Institute-Ambler
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College Vocational | 4.2 mi away | 50 E. Butler Pike, Ambler, PA, 19002 |
732320219490890
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CONSHOHOCKEN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 301 FAYETTE ST, CONSHOHOCKEN, PA, 19428 |
(610) 825-1656
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Montgomery County Community College
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College | 4.2 mi away | 340 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA, 19422-0796 |
2156416300
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BOOKMOBILE #7
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 1001 POWELL ST, NORRISTOWN, PA, 19401 |
(610) 278-5100
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Theological Seminary of the Reformed Episcopal Church
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College | 5.3 mi away | 800 Church Rd, Oreland, PA, 19075 |
6102929852
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY - NORRISTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 1001 POWELL ST, NORRISTOWN, PA, 19401 |
(610) 278-5100
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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 NORRISTOWN, PA US, located 2.9 miles from ZCTA5 19462. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.7° | 22.6° | 32.1° | 3.66" | 6.8" |
| February | 43.5° | 24.7° | 34.1° | 2.98" | 10.9" |
| March | 52.1° | 31.6° | 41.8° | 4.41" | 3.0" |
| April | 64.8° | 41.5° | 53.1° | 3.90" | 0.2" |
| May | 74.8° | 52.1° | 63.4° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.0° | 62.0° | 73.0° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.8° | 66.6° | 77.7° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.5° | 65.2° | 75.9° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.0° | 57.6° | 68.8° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.4° | 44.6° | 56.5° | 4.32" | 0.1" |
| November | 56.8° | 35.1° | 45.9° | 3.61" | 0.1" |
| December | 46.3° | 28.3° | 37.3° | 4.73" | 4.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Meeting CDP | CDP | 0.4 mi | — |
| Blue Bell CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Swedesburg CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Conshohocken borough | Borough | 2.9 mi | — |
| Norristown borough | Borough | 3.1 mi | — |
| Bridgeport borough | Borough | 3.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 19462. • 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.