ZIP Code 19601, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 19601 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 19601 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Berks County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,479. The land area covers 3.75 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,479 | ±1,753 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.4 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,166 | ±770 | 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 | 14,003 | ±772 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,166 | ±770 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 837 | ±261 |
| Median Home Value | $123,100 | ±$11,673 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,011 | ±$51 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,973 | ±$4,082 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,746 | ±$1,534 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.7% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,776 | ±1,714 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.7% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,248 | ±1,156 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±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: 439,117 (2024)
ID: 173716
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
633 COURT ST, READING PA 19601-4300
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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 | Adamstown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Akron, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Reading, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Blandon, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Reading, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pottstown, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Oley, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Leesport, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Topton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mertztown, 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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Empire Beauty School-Reading
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College Vocational | 0.8 mi away | 2302 N 5th St Highway, Reading, PA, 19605 |
8009204590
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NORTHWEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 901 SCHUYLKILL AVENUE, READING, PA, 19601 |
(610) 655-6360
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Albright College
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College | 1.4 mi away | 1621 N. 13th St., Reading, PA, 19612-5234 |
6109212381
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NORTHEAST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 1348 N. 11TH STREET, READING, PA, 19604 |
(610) 655-6361
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Reading Area Community College
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College | 1.8 mi away | 10 S Second St, Reading, PA, 19603 |
6103724721
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READING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 100 S. 5TH STREET, READING, PA, 19602 |
(610) 655-6350
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks
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College | 1.9 mi away | Tulpehocken Road, Reading, PA, 19610-1016 |
6103966000
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WYOMISSING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 9 READING BLVD, WYOMISSING, PA, 19610 |
(610) 374-2385
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Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute
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College | 2.5 mi away | 2205 Ridgewood Rd, Wyomissing, PA, 19610-1168 |
6103721722
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MUHLENBERG COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 3612 KUTZTOWN RD, LAURELDALE, PA, 19605 |
(610) 929-0589
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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 READING SPAATZ FLD, PA US, located 1.6 miles from ZCTA5 19601. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.6° | 23.0° | 30.8° | 2.97" | — |
| February | 41.9° | 24.4° | 33.1° | 2.61" | — |
| March | 51.0° | 31.9° | 41.5° | 3.53" | — |
| April | 63.4° | 41.7° | 52.5° | 3.35" | — |
| May | 73.5° | 51.5° | 62.5° | 3.51" | — |
| June | 82.0° | 61.2° | 71.6° | 4.77" | — |
| July | 86.5° | 65.8° | 76.1° | 4.77" | — |
| August | 84.4° | 64.1° | 74.3° | 4.49" | — |
| September | 77.1° | 56.6° | 66.9° | 4.88" | — |
| October | 65.4° | 45.0° | 55.2° | 3.80" | — |
| November | 53.8° | 35.4° | 44.6° | 3.02" | — |
| December | 43.4° | 28.0° | 35.7° | 3.51" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfields CDP | CDP | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hyde Park CDP | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| Reading city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Muhlenberg Park CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| West Reading borough | Borough | 2.0 mi | — |
| Penn State Berks CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 19601. • 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.