18972 ZIP Code
Upper Black Eddy, Pennsylvania
January 19, 2026
| ZIP Code: | 18972 |
| City/Town: | Upper Black Eddy |
| County: | Bucks |
| State: | Pennsylvania |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 3,114 |
| Median Household Income: | $83,385 |
| Per Capita Income: | $48,600 |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,619 |
| Median Home Value: | $447,300 |
| Land Area: | 23.1 sq miles
59.9 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.8 sq miles
2.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.5273, -75.1247 |
Population Information (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 3,114 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 1,403 | 45.1% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 1,711 | 54.9% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 55.7 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 175 | 5.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 167 | 5.4% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 87 | 2.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 54 | 1.7% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 94 | 3.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 290 | 9.3% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 301 | 9.7% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 329 | 10.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 390 | 12.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 373 | 12.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 585 | 18.8% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 171 | 5.5% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 98 | 3.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $447,300 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.4 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,484 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 1,619 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 1,355 | 83.7% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 264 | 16.3% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 1,127 | 83.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 228 | 16.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 2,537 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 114 | 4.5% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 894 | 35.2% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 561 | 22.1% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 133 | 5.2% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 431 | 17.0% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 404 | 15.9% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 95.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 32.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (18972 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $83,385 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $111,697 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $105,625 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $48,600 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 1,645 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 1,547 | 94.0% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 98 | 6.0% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 1,035 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 1,175 | 76.0% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 125 | 8.1% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 247 | 16.0% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 2,950 | 94.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 71 | 2.3% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 17 | 0.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 10 | 0.3% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 66 | 2.1% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 15 | 0.5% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 67 | 2.2% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 53 | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 5 | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 9 | 0.3% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (18972 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 37 | 2.7% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 16 | 1.2% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 77 | 5.7% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 95 | 7.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 158 | 11.7% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 265 | 19.6% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 111 | 8.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 236 | 17.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 189 | 13.9% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 171 | 12.6% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (18972 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 1,238 | 80.0% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 48 | 3.1% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 17 | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 217 | 14.0% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 38.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (18972 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 39 | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 188 | 12.2% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 188 | 12.2% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 22 | 1.4% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 232 | 15.0% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 52 | 3.4% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 9 | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 47 | 3.0% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 224 | 14.5% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 370 | 23.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 47 | 3.0% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 90 | 5.8% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 39 | 2.5% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 5.5% | 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 (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 3,026 | 97.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 2,509 | 80.6% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 1,093 | 35.1% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 88 | 2.8% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (18972 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 964 | 71.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 612 | 45.2% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 421 | 31.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 34 | 2.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 21 | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 60 | 4.4% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (18972 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 1,462 | 90.3% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 25 | 1.5% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 76 | 4.7% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 18 | 1.1% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 3 | 0.2% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 0 | 0.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 35 | 2.2% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (18972 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 27 | 1.7% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 126 | 7.8% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 173 | 10.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 188 | 11.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 194 | 12.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 119 | 7.4% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 54 | 3.3% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 75 | 4.6% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 663 | 41.0% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (18972 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 8 | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 63 | 3.9% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 307 | 19.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 928 | 57.3% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 295 | 18.2% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 18 | 1.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (18972 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 26 | 1.9% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 189 | 13.9% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 168 | 12.4% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 839 | 61.9% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 133 | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (18972 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 33 | 2.4% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 295 | 21.8% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 628 | 46.3% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 399 | 29.4% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (18972 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 29 | 2.6% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 16 | 1.4% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 4 | 0.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 18 | 1.6% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 176 | 15.6% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 429 | 38.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 441 | 39.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 14 | 1.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (18972 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,984 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $748 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,484 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.26 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.49 | 2.38 |
Households (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 1,355 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 761 | 56.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 241 | 17.8% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 175 | 12.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 294 | 21.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 296 | 21.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 610 | 45.0% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.30 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.78 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (18972 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 1,220 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 197 | 16.1% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 801 | 65.7% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 4 | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 215 | 17.6% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 254 | 20.8% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (18972 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 385 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 28 | 7.3% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 15 | 3.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 221 | 57.4% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 39 | 10.1% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 82 | 21.3% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 2,668 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 172 | 6.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 3,114 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 427 | 13.7% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 53 | 12.4% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 165 | 38.6% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 209 | 48.9% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (18972 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 2,936 | 94.3% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 144 | 4.6% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 30 | 20.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 96 | 66.7% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 17 | 11.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 18 | 12.5% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (18972 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 3,041 | 97.7% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 45 | 1.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 73 | 162.2% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 73 | 162.2% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 73 | 162.2% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 41 | 91.1% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 3 | 6.7% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 8 | 17.8% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 4 | 8.9% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (18972 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 2,939 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 2,794 | 95.1% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 145 | 4.9% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 62 | 2.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 70 | 2.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 9 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 4 | 0.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (18972 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 1,355 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 1,284 | 94.8% | 89.4% |
Upper Black Eddy, PA18972