17522 ZIP Code
Ephrata, Pennsylvania
January 19, 2026
| ZIP Code: | 17522 |
| City/Town: | Ephrata |
| County: | Lancaster |
| State: | Pennsylvania |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 34,061 |
| Median Household Income: | $69,084 |
| Per Capita Income: | $39,537 |
| Total Housing Units: | 13,893 |
| Median Home Value: | $248,800 |
| Land Area: | 43.0 sq miles
111.4 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.5 sq miles
1.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.1737, -76.1705 |
Population Information (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 34,061 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 16,801 | 49.3% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 17,260 | 50.7% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 37.4 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,195 | 6.4% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,219 | 6.5% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,005 | 5.9% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,918 | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,224 | 6.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 5,325 | 15.6% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,709 | 10.9% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,275 | 9.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,225 | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,048 | 6.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 3,402 | 10.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 2,153 | 6.3% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 1,363 | 4.0% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $248,800 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.9 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,095 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 13,893 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 13,555 | 97.6% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 338 | 2.4% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 8,854 | 65.3% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 4,701 | 34.7% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 23,500 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 2,016 | 8.6% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,861 | 7.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 8,533 | 36.3% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 4,091 | 17.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,497 | 6.4% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 3,659 | 15.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,843 | 7.8% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 83.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 23.4% | 34.3% |
Income Information (17522 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $69,084 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $88,359 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $81,764 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $39,537 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 17,960 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 17,376 | 96.8% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 570 | 3.2% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 9,127 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 14,875 | 85.6% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,004 | 5.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,484 | 8.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 13 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 31,686 | 93.0% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 399 | 1.2% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 120 | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 294 | 0.9% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 677 | 2.0% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 885 | 2.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,117 | 3.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 2,207 | 6.5% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 376 | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 1,258 | 3.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 171 | 0.5% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 402 | 1.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (17522 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 243 | 1.8% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 381 | 2.8% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 951 | 7.0% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,149 | 8.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,769 | 13.1% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,921 | 21.5% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,845 | 13.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,661 | 19.6% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,064 | 7.8% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 571 | 4.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (17522 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 12,843 | 73.9% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 2,373 | 13.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 50 | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 392 | 2.3% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 503 | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 828 | 4.8% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 25.1 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (17522 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 379 | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,449 | 8.3% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 2,796 | 16.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 622 | 3.6% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 2,123 | 12.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,028 | 5.9% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 193 | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,007 | 5.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,371 | 7.9% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 4,125 | 23.7% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,163 | 6.7% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 873 | 5.0% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 247 | 1.4% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 6.9% | 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 (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 29,559 | 86.8% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 22,448 | 65.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 11,881 | 34.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 4,035 | 11.8% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (17522 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 10,498 | 77.4% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 4,674 | 34.5% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 3,261 | 24.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 703 | 5.2% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 271 | 2.0% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,139 | 8.4% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (17522 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 7,310 | 52.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 2,454 | 17.7% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 422 | 3.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 604 | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 798 | 5.7% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 874 | 6.3% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 472 | 3.4% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 959 | 6.9% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (17522 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 116 | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,134 | 8.2% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,969 | 14.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,527 | 11.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 2,342 | 16.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,925 | 13.9% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,046 | 7.5% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,169 | 8.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 511 | 3.7% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 2,154 | 15.5% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (17522 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 131 | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,068 | 7.7% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,511 | 25.3% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 6,362 | 45.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,243 | 16.1% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 578 | 4.2% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (17522 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,839 | 13.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 1,392 | 10.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 5,724 | 42.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 3,882 | 28.6% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 346 | 2.6% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 127 | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 15 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 181 | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 49 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (17522 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,166 | 8.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 3,929 | 29.0% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 5,702 | 42.1% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,758 | 20.3% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (17522 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 732 | 8.3% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 174 | 2.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 746 | 8.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,144 | 12.9% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 3,102 | 35.0% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 2,194 | 24.8% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 540 | 6.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 222 | 2.5% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (17522 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,640 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $667 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,095 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.65 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.15 | 2.38 |
Households (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 13,555 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 7,770 | 57.3% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,940 | 21.7% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,171 | 16.0% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,844 | 21.0% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,932 | 29.0% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 4,575 | 33.8% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.48 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.95 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (17522 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 13,551 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 3,767 | 27.8% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 8,314 | 61.4% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 491 | 3.6% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 771 | 5.7% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,282 | 24.2% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (17522 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 6,767 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 350 | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 347 | 5.1% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 3,377 | 49.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,264 | 18.7% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,429 | 21.1% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 26,387 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,580 | 6.0% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 33,594 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,346 | 12.9% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 521 | 12.0% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,898 | 43.7% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,927 | 44.3% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (17522 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 29,061 | 85.3% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 4,506 | 13.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 3,173 | 70.4% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,308 | 29.0% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 497 | 11.0% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 25 | 0.6% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (17522 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 32,473 | 95.3% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 611 | 1.8% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 1,588 | 259.9% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 1,588 | 259.9% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 1,588 | 259.9% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 876 | 143.4% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 77 | 12.6% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 538 | 88.1% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (17522 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 31,866 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 27,218 | 85.4% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 4,648 | 14.6% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,160 | 3.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 3,273 | 10.3% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 107 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 108 | 0.3% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (17522 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 13,555 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 11,836 | 87.3% | 89.4% |
Ephrata, PA17522