17921 ZIP Code
Ashland, Pennsylvania
January 19, 2026
| ZIP Code: | 17921 |
| City/Town: | Ashland |
| County: | Schuylkill |
| State: | Pennsylvania |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 6,724 |
| Median Household Income: | $67,842 |
| Per Capita Income: | $45,778 |
| Total Housing Units: | 3,019 |
| Median Home Value: | $128,500 |
| Land Area: | 35.0 sq miles
90.7 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.7516, -76.3606 |
Population Information (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 6,724 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,786 | 56.3% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 2,938 | 43.7% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 45.8 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 232 | 3.5% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 268 | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 219 | 3.3% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 92 | 1.4% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 372 | 5.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 968 | 14.4% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,116 | 16.6% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,010 | 15.0% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 669 | 9.9% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 570 | 8.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 815 | 12.1% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 241 | 3.6% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 152 | 2.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $128,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.3 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $714 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 3,019 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 2,472 | 81.9% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 547 | 18.1% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 1,997 | 80.8% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 475 | 19.2% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 5,541 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 230 | 4.2% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 599 | 10.8% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,625 | 47.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,050 | 18.9% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 364 | 6.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 460 | 8.3% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 213 | 3.8% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 85.0% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 12.1% | 34.3% |
Income Information (17921 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $67,842 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $81,386 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $87,750 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $45,778 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 2,975 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 2,878 | 96.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 97 | 3.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 3,016 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,453 | 85.2% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 297 | 10.3% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 128 | 4.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 5,575 | 82.9% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 786 | 11.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 50 | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 35 | 0.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 44 | 0.7% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 234 | 3.5% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 64 | 1.0% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 321 | 4.8% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 18 | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 70 | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 233 | 3.5% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (17921 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 50 | 2.0% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 184 | 7.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 225 | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 217 | 8.8% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 279 | 11.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 524 | 21.2% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 189 | 7.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 530 | 21.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 206 | 8.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 68 | 2.8% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (17921 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,391 | 83.1% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 235 | 8.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 55 | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 52 | 1.8% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 97 | 3.4% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 27.7 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (17921 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 61 | 2.1% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 223 | 7.7% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 787 | 27.3% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 38 | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 327 | 11.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 273 | 9.5% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 22 | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 105 | 3.6% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 74 | 2.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 643 | 22.3% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 104 | 3.6% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 60 | 2.1% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 161 | 5.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 9.2% | 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 (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 5,408 | 80.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 4,378 | 65.1% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 1,941 | 28.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 141 | 2.1% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (17921 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 1,704 | 68.9% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,000 | 40.5% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 711 | 28.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 166 | 6.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 44 | 1.8% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 387 | 15.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (17921 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 1,760 | 58.3% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 915 | 30.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 50 | 1.7% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 84 | 2.8% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 60 | 2.0% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 62 | 2.1% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 75 | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 13 | 0.4% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (17921 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 52 | 1.7% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 119 | 3.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 276 | 9.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 239 | 7.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 275 | 9.1% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 39 | 1.3% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 172 | 5.7% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 273 | 9.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,574 | 52.1% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (17921 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 47 | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 252 | 8.3% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 675 | 22.4% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,418 | 47.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 538 | 17.8% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 89 | 2.9% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (17921 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 86 | 3.5% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 96 | 3.9% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 854 | 34.5% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 1,057 | 42.8% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 233 | 9.4% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 108 | 4.4% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 25 | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 13 | 0.5% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (17921 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 301 | 12.2% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 621 | 25.1% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,045 | 42.3% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 505 | 20.4% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (17921 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 375 | 18.8% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 451 | 22.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 372 | 18.6% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 293 | 14.7% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 350 | 17.5% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 97 | 4.9% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 42 | 2.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 17 | 0.9% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (17921 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,265 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $505 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $714 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.26 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.09 | 2.38 |
Households (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 2,472 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,195 | 48.3% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 232 | 9.4% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 498 | 20.1% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 584 | 23.6% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 466 | 18.9% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 832 | 33.7% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.23 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.67 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (17921 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,430 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,372 | 40.0% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,401 | 40.8% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 83 | 2.4% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 373 | 10.9% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 664 | 19.4% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (17921 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 772 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 93 | 12.0% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 53 | 6.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 355 | 46.0% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 128 | 16.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 143 | 18.5% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 5,953 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 328 | 5.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 5,549 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 937 | 16.9% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 6 | 0.6% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 598 | 63.8% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 333 | 35.5% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (17921 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 5,922 | 88.1% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 728 | 10.8% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 600 | 82.4% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 128 | 17.6% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 71 | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (17921 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 6,598 | 98.1% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 54 | 0.8% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 126 | 233.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 126 | 233.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 126 | 233.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 0 | 0.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 10 | 18.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 62 | 114.8% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 19 | 35.2% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (17921 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,492 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 6,155 | 94.8% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 337 | 5.2% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 262 | 4.0% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 37 | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 18 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 20 | 0.3% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (17921 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 2,472 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 2,108 | 85.3% | 89.4% |
Ashland, PA17921