15131 ZIP Code
Mckeesport, Pennsylvania
January 19, 2026
| ZIP Code: | 15131 |
| City/Town: | Mckeesport |
| County: | Allegheny |
| State: | Pennsylvania |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 8,404 |
| Median Household Income: | $62,301 |
| Per Capita Income: | $42,722 |
| Total Housing Units: | 4,069 |
| Median Home Value: | $129,500 |
| Land Area: | 6.6 sq miles
17.1 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.3388, -79.7961 |
Population Information (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 8,404 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,967 | 47.2% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 4,437 | 52.8% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 53.0 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 181 | 2.2% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 426 | 5.1% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 499 | 5.9% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 422 | 5.0% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 403 | 4.8% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 992 | 11.8% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 789 | 9.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 693 | 8.2% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 693 | 8.2% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 921 | 11.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,196 | 14.2% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 577 | 6.9% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 612 | 7.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $129,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.8 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $952 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 4,069 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 3,973 | 97.6% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 96 | 2.4% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,822 | 71.0% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,151 | 29.0% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 6,473 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 114 | 1.8% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 125 | 1.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,371 | 36.6% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,108 | 17.1% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 958 | 14.8% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,274 | 19.7% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 523 | 8.1% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.3% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 27.8% | 34.3% |
Income Information (15131 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $62,301 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $83,625 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $90,313 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $42,722 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 4,139 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 3,873 | 93.6% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 266 | 6.4% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 3,056 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 3,266 | 84.3% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 475 | 12.3% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 132 | 3.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 7,934 | 94.4% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 160 | 1.9% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 5 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 20 | 0.2% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 21 | 0.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 264 | 3.1% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 149 | 1.8% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 62 | 0.7% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 10 | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 24 | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 1 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 27 | 0.3% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (15131 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 261 | 6.6% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 91 | 2.3% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 319 | 8.0% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 368 | 9.3% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 611 | 15.4% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 568 | 14.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 608 | 15.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 689 | 17.3% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 292 | 7.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 166 | 4.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (15131 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,862 | 73.9% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 187 | 4.8% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 50 | 1.3% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 51 | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 22 | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 584 | 15.1% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 28.6 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (15131 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 260 | 6.7% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 460 | 11.9% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 61 | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 547 | 14.1% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 258 | 6.7% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 59 | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 221 | 5.7% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 247 | 6.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,077 | 27.8% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 296 | 7.6% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 189 | 4.9% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 198 | 5.1% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 8.2% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 8,119 | 96.6% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 6,291 | 74.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 3,622 | 43.1% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 285 | 3.4% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (15131 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,590 | 65.2% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,969 | 49.6% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,264 | 31.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 96 | 2.4% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 84 | 2.1% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 440 | 11.1% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (15131 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,978 | 73.2% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 120 | 2.9% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 105 | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 66 | 1.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 482 | 11.8% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 27 | 0.7% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 243 | 6.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 48 | 1.2% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (15131 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 10 | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 9 | 0.2% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 282 | 6.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 161 | 4.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 84 | 2.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 619 | 15.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 527 | 13.0% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,165 | 28.6% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 628 | 15.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 584 | 14.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (15131 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 29 | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 429 | 10.5% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,294 | 31.8% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,824 | 44.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 379 | 9.3% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 114 | 2.8% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (15131 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,135 | 78.9% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 22 | 0.6% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 639 | 16.1% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 151 | 3.8% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 13 | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 13 | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (15131 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 138 | 3.5% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,776 | 44.7% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,479 | 37.2% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 580 | 14.6% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (15131 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 122 | 4.3% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 789 | 28.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 680 | 24.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 598 | 21.2% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 494 | 17.5% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 130 | 4.6% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 9 | 0.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (15131 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,206 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $505 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $952 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.29 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.57 | 2.38 |
Households (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 3,973 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,580 | 39.8% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 358 | 9.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 698 | 17.6% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,484 | 37.4% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 558 | 14.0% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,759 | 44.3% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.08 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.76 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (15131 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,307 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,174 | 35.5% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,623 | 49.1% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 132 | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 324 | 9.8% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,082 | 32.7% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (15131 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 1,564 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 34 | 2.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 1 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 876 | 56.0% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 345 | 22.1% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 308 | 19.7% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 7,032 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 474 | 6.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 8,404 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,280 | 15.2% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 70 | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 427 | 33.4% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 783 | 61.2% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (15131 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 7,611 | 90.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 712 | 8.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 529 | 74.3% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 171 | 24.0% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 132 | 18.5% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 12 | 1.7% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (15131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 8,338 | 99.2% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 61 | 0.7% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 66 | 108.2% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 66 | 108.2% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 66 | 108.2% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 22 | 36.1% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 32 | 52.5% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (15131 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 8,223 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 8,087 | 98.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 136 | 1.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 40 | 0.5% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 73 | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 12 | 0.1% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 11 | 0.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (15131 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 3,973 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 3,399 | 85.6% | 89.4% |
Mckeesport, PA15131