18221 ZIP Code – Drifton, Pennsylvania
18221 is a ZIP code serving Drifton, Pennsylvania in Luzerne County with a population of approximately 441 residents. The median household income of $67,043 is near the Pennsylvania average and near the national average. Median home values of $206,200 are below the national average, with 73.6% owner-occupied housing (increasing). Housing consists of 94% single-family (decreasing).
Unemployment stands at 27.1%, which is well above the U.S. rate. About 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line, below the national rate. An estimated 9.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average. At 33.7, the median age is below the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 18223, 18224, 18234.
ZIP Code 18221 Data
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ZIP 18221 vs. Pennsylvania vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 18221 | PA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 441 | 7,172 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $67k | $73k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $206k | $200k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $994 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 33.7 | 44.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 27.1% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% | 10.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 9.9% | 25.2% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 18223 – Ebervale
- 18224 – Freeland
- 18234 – Lattimer Mines
- 18225 – Harleigh
- 18239 – Milnesville
- 18201 – Hazleton
- 18216 – Beaver Meadows
- 18222 – Drums
- 18230 – Junedale
- 18254 – Tresckow
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18223 | EBERVALE | 75 | Not provided |
| 18224 | FREELAND | 6,003 | $60,966 |
| 18234 | LATTIMER MINES | 409 | Not provided |
| 18225 | HARLEIGH | Not provided | Not provided |
| 18239 | MILNESVILLE | 101 | Not provided |