ZIP Code 15212
Primary City: | Pittsburgh, PA (View All Cities) |
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Neighborhood: | Perry South |
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County: | Allegheny County |
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Timezone: | Eastern (2:52am) |
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Area code: | 412 (Area Code Map) |
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Coordinates: | 40.47, -80.01 ZIP (~3 mile radius) |
Cities in ZIP code 15212
The cities below are at least partially located in ZIP code 15212. In addition to the primary city for a ZIP code,
USPS also publishes a list of other acceptable cities that can be used with ZIP code 15212. However, if you are mailing something
to ZIP code 15212, you should not use any of the cities listed as unacceptable. Choose from the primary or acceptable cities when mailing
your package or letter.
- Primary city:
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Acceptable:
- Allegheny
- Unacceptable:
- Pgh, Pitt
Stats and Demographics for the 15212 ZIP Code
ZIP code 15212 is located in southwest Pennsylvania and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a large population density.
The people living in ZIP code 15212 are primarily white. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of middle aged adults is large. There are also an extremely small number of families and an extremely large number of single adults. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 15212 ZIP code is small compared to other areas of the country.
Population |
27,895 |
|
Population Density |
4,483 |
people per sq mi |
Housing Units |
16,153 |
|
Median Home Value |
$81,300 |
|
Land Area |
6.22 |
sq mi |
Water Area |
0.36 |
sq mi |
Occupied Housing Units |
13,287 |
|
Median Household Income |
$37,699 |
|
Estimated Population over Time
Total Population by Age
Median Age: | 40 | | Male Median Age: | 38 | | Female Median Age: | 41 | |
Male | 877 | 684 | 754 | 799 | 969 | 1,141 | 999 | 847 | 864 | 1,046 | 1,197 | 1,087 | 733 | 475 | 371 | 307 | 266 | 158 |
Female | 855 | 666 | 685 | 838 | 1,038 | 1,187 | 917 | 830 | 845 | 1,013 | 1,170 | 1,034 | 773 | 606 | 527 | 422 | 435 | 480 |
Total | 1,732 | 1,350 | 1,439 | 1,637 | 2,007 | 2,328 | 1,916 | 1,677 | 1,709 | 2,059 | 2,367 | 2,121 | 1,506 | 1,081 | 898 | 729 | 701 | 638 |
Under 5 | 877 | 855 | 1,732 |
5-9 | 684 | 666 | 1,350 |
10-14 | 754 | 685 | 1,439 |
15-19 | 799 | 838 | 1,637 |
20-24 | 969 | 1,038 | 2,007 |
25-29 | 1,141 | 1,187 | 2,328 |
30-34 | 999 | 917 | 1,916 |
35-39 | 847 | 830 | 1,677 |
40-44 | 864 | 845 | 1,709 |
45-49 | 1,046 | 1,013 | 2,059 |
50-54 | 1,197 | 1,170 | 2,367 |
55-59 | 1,087 | 1,034 | 2,121 |
60-64 | 733 | 773 | 1,506 |
65-69 | 475 | 606 | 1,081 |
70-74 | 371 | 527 | 898 |
75-79 | 307 | 422 | 729 |
80-84 | 266 | 435 | 701 |
85 Plus | 158 | 480 | 638 |
Male |
13,574 |
49% |
Female |
14,321 |
51% |
Gender
White |
18,493 |
66.3% |
Black Or African American |
8,087 |
29.0% |
American Indian Or Alaskan Native |
48 |
0.2% |
Asian |
313 |
1.1% |
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander |
7 |
0.0% |
Other Race |
156 |
0.6% |
Two Or More Races |
791 |
2.8% |
Race
Head of Household by Age
Owner | 84 | 799 | 1,057 | 1,554 | 1,490 | 859 | 659 | 299 |
Renter | 781 | 1,490 | 1,007 | 1,171 | 888 | 579 | 395 | 175 |
Total | 865 | 2,289 | 2,064 | 2,725 | 2,378 | 1,438 | 1,054 | 474 |
15-24 | 84 | 781 | 865 |
25-34 | 799 | 1,490 | 2,289 |
35-44 | 1,057 | 1,007 | 2,064 |
45-54 | 1,554 | 1,171 | 2,725 |
55-64 | 1,490 | 888 | 2,378 |
65-74 | 859 | 579 | 1,438 |
75-84 | 659 | 395 | 1,054 |
85 Plus | 299 | 175 | 474 |
Husband Wife Family Households |
3,362 |
25% |
Single Guardian |
3,095 |
23% |
Singles |
5,680 |
43% |
Singles With Roommate |
1,150 |
9% |
Families vs Singles
Average Household Size: 2 |
Households without Kids |
10,246 |
77% |
Households with Kids |
3,041 |
23% |
Households with Kids
Children by Age
Male | 188 | 198 | 163 | 168 | 165 | 141 | 124 | 148 | 106 | 162 | 139 | 167 | 145 | 141 | 143 | 145 | 177 | 157 | 177 | 152 |
Female | 174 | 176 | 164 | 141 | 143 | 125 | 135 | 130 | 133 | 134 | 144 | 145 | 124 | 138 | 155 | 155 | 155 | 162 | 211 | 182 |
Total | 362 | 374 | 327 | 309 | 308 | 266 | 259 | 278 | 239 | 296 | 283 | 312 | 269 | 279 | 298 | 300 | 332 | 319 | 388 | 334 |
1 | 188 | 174 | 362 |
2 | 198 | 176 | 374 |
3 | 163 | 164 | 327 |
4 | 168 | 141 | 309 |
5 | 165 | 143 | 308 |
6 | 141 | 125 | 266 |
7 | 124 | 135 | 259 |
8 | 148 | 130 | 278 |
9 | 106 | 133 | 239 |
10 | 162 | 134 | 296 |
11 | 139 | 144 | 283 |
12 | 167 | 145 | 312 |
13 | 145 | 124 | 269 |
14 | 141 | 138 | 279 |
15 | 143 | 155 | 298 |
16 | 145 | 155 | 300 |
17 | 177 | 155 | 332 |
18 | 157 | 162 | 319 |
19 | 177 | 211 | 388 |
20 | 152 | 182 | 334 |
Real Estate and Housing
ZIP code 15212 has a slightly higher than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities and nursing homes nearby.
The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 15212 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 15212 real estate data, the median home value of $81,300 is low compared to the rest of the country. It is also slightly less than average compared to nearby ZIP codes. 15212 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 15212 are most commonly 1 bedrooms. The rent for 1 bedrooms is normally $500-$749/month including utilities. 2 bedrooms are also common and rent for $750-$999/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 15212 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.
In Occupied Housing Units |
27,409 |
98.3% |
Correctional Facility For Adults |
0 |
0.0% |
Juvenile Facilities |
43 |
0.2% |
Nursing Facilities |
128 |
0.5% |
Other Institutional |
0 |
0.0% |
College Student Housing |
0 |
0.0% |
Military Quarters |
0 |
0.0% |
Other Noninstitutional |
315 |
1.1% |
Housing Type
Owned Households With A Mortgage |
4,224 |
26% |
Owned Households Free & Clear |
2,577 |
16% |
Renter Occupied Households |
6,486 |
40% |
Households Vacant |
2,866 |
18% |
Housing Occupancy
For Rent |
856 |
29.9% |
Rented & Unoccupied |
43 |
1.5% |
For Sale Only |
247 |
8.6% |
Sold & Unoccupied |
140 |
4.9% |
For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use |
140 |
4.9% |
For Migrant Workers |
3 |
0.1% |
Vacant For Other Reasons |
1,437 |
50.1% |
Vacancy Reasons
Owner Occupied Home Values
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms
Studio Apartment |
274 |
5% |
1 Bedroom |
2,451 |
41% |
2 Bedroom |
1,876 |
31% |
3+ Bedroom |
1,445 |
24% |
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms
Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities
Cost of a Studio Apartment
Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work
The median household income of $37,699 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, ZIP code 15212 may not be as nice as other parts of town.
As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. ZIP code 15212 uses public transportation to get to work more than almost anywhere in the country. If you are a person that likes walking or biking to work, it will be a comfort for you to know that 15212 has a well above average number of people who do not use a vehicle to commute. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. A slightly higher than average number of commuters in 15212 can expect to fall in that range. There are a slightly smaller percentage of employees that have to travel over 45 minutes to reach their place of employment.
Worked Full-time with Earnings |
9,458 |
41% |
Worked Part-time with Earnings |
5,079 |
22% |
No Earnings |
8,756 |
38% |
Employment Status
Average Household Income over Time
Annual Individual Earnings
Sources of Household Income
Percent of Households Receiving Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Household Investment Income
Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Household Retirement Income
Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Worked Full-time with Earnings |
9,458 |
41% |
Worked Part-time with Earnings |
5,079 |
22% |
No Earnings |
8,756 |
38% |
Source of Earnings
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over
Car, truck, or van |
8,919 |
70.5% |
Public transportation |
1,703 |
13.5% |
Taxicab |
0 |
0.0% |
Motorcycle |
15 |
0.1% |
Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means |
1,702 |
13.5% |
Worked at Home |
304 |
2.4% |
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over
Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)
Schools and Education
The population has a much higher percentage of people with low education levels (less than high school) than normal. The area has some of the highest percentages of people who attended college of any ZIP.
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over
Less than High School Diploma |
1,145 |
11% |
High School Graduate |
5,148 |
51% |
Associate's degree |
758 |
8% |
Bachelor's degree |
1,935 |
19% |
Master's degree |
737 |
7% |
Professional school degree |
196 |
2% |
Doctorate degree |
151 |
1% |
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)
Enrolled in Public School |
3,642 |
77.7% |
Enrolled in Private School |
624 |
13.3% |
Not Enrolled in School |
420 |
9.0% |
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)
Schools in ZIP Code 15212
ZIP Code 15212 is in the Pittsburgh School District. There are 14 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 15212.
Pittsburgh Oliver
2323 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Other/Combined or Ungraded
District: Pittsburgh School District
Propel Cs-Northside
1805 Buena Vista St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Propel Charter Schools-Northside
Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5
1351 Damas St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Pittsburgh School District
Pittsburgh Morrow K-5
1611 Davis Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Pittsburgh School District
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5
810 Arch St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Pittsburgh School District
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8
810 Arch St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Middle/Elementary
District: Pittsburgh School District
Pittsburgh King K-8
50 Montgomery Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Pittsburgh School District
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8
1018 Peralta St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Middle/Elementary
District: Pittsburgh School District
Reserve Primary School
2107 Lonsdale St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Shaler Area School District