ZIP Code 15847 in Knox Dale, PA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Knox Dale, Pennsylvania
County:Jefferson County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:16:35 PM
Population:62 [See All]
Area Codes:814 / 582
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:41.0826, -79.0251
Land Area:0.024 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 15847 has 62 residents and 24 households (average 2.58 persons per household). The median age is 41.0 years, about the same as the state (41.0) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 37.1% male and 62.9% female, which is much lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (96.8%, much higher than the state average of 75.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (0.0%, much lower than the state average of 10.9% and well below the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:62Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:80Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:2Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2,583.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$84,583Source: Census ACS
Households:24Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$72,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.58Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.54Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--311221187201174221258300300277459480
Decennial Census255------------------62------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 41

Male Median Age: 40.8

Female Median Age: 41.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male000100094500120100
Female022420098100730001
Total02252001812600850101
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:60100.00%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*00%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:60100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:2337.10%40.8 years
Females:3962.90%41.5 years
Total:62100%41.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:80100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:80100%
Total Native Population:80100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $84,583, which is considerably higher than the state median ($76,081), is up $55,208 (187.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $47,708. Family households earn a median of $122,625 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $122,625). By gender, male median income is $56,607 and female is $14,688, which is much lower than the state female median ($54,031), with a current gap of $41,919 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 68.7%, which is well above the state rate (62.8%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (45.7%).

Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$29,375$24,375$25,500$31,354$30,694$31,563$36,058$35,833$36,875$38,594$30,625$75,833$84,583
Median Family Income$42,500$32,679$30,417$37,917$34,583$35,417$41,875$41,458$40,000$44,792$55,000$81,667$122,625
Median NonFamily Income$19,444$19,038$20,938$19,167$22,500$13,750$21,250$26,250$26,000$26,458$0$0$0
Median Male Income$29,200$26,458$31,667$33,750$36,250$32,917$34,688$36,667$32,188$31,500$31,250$54,038$56,607
Median Female Income$30,500$31,750$32,250$35,938$31,667$20,625$26,250$25,833$21,563$20,833$11,875$14,750$14,688
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:4668.66%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:2131.34%
Total:67100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:1021.74%
Service:2145.65%
Sales and Office:613.04%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:613.04%
Production, transportation, and material moving:36.52%
Total Civilian Employed Population:46100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $72,000, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $20,200 (39.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $2,500. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,162), is down $461 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $658. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$51,800$56,800$56,700$56,000$81,700$73,300$80,000$68,200$69,500$64,300$51,700$57,500$72,000
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:5100.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:5100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$461$454$450$475$397$664$654$492$658$710$513$738$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1361.90%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):314.29%
Renter Occupied:523.81%
Total Occupied Housing Units:21100%

Occupied Housing Units:2165.63%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1134.38%
Total Housing Units:32100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:32100.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:32100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 0.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 50.00%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 9.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 12.00 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (47.83%). College enrollment is 47.83%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3692.31%
Some college, no degree:00.00%
Associate's degree:37.69%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:39100%
High school or higher:39100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:4552.94%
Public Insurance:4047.06%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:85100%
Has Health Insurance:85100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty9.7%23.0%28.6%21.8%21.6%18.5%7.9%13.9%12.0%9.2%25.0%10.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):626.09%
High school (grades 9-12):626.09%
College or graduate school:1147.83%
Total:23100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1252.17%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 15847 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available. USPS data shows 1 residential mailboxes and 0 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:100Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 15847 is located in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 15847. It covers 0.024 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:0.024 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:15Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:1285.03 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


15848 | | 15846

Schools in ZIP Code 15847


We could not locate which school district 15847 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Pinecreek El Sch 16771 Route 322
Brookville, PA 15825
District: Brookville Area School DistrictNearby
Northside El Sch 280 Church Street
Brookville, PA 15825
District: Brookville Area School DistrictNearby
Brookville Jshs 96 Jenks Street
Brookville, PA 15825
District: Brookville Area School DistrictNearby
Hickory Grove El Sch 104 Jenks Street
Brookville, PA 15825
District: Brookville Area School DistrictNearby
Jefferson County-Dubois Avts 576 Vo Tech Rd
Reynoldsville, PA 15851
District: UnknownNearby
Bucks Run 1997 Shale Pit Rd
Reynoldsville, PA 15851
District: Private SchoolNearby
Highland Park School 651 Highland Park Rd
Punxsutawney, PA 15767
District: Private SchoolNearby
Trout Run School 44 Schoolhouse Rd
Punxsutawney, PA 15767
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 15847


Jefferson County Dubois Area Vocational Technical Practical Nursing Program 576 Vo-Tech Road
Reynoldsville, PA 15851
Type: Post Secondary
Triangle Tech Inc-Dubois 225 Tannery Row Road
Falls Creek, PA 15840-3333
Type: Post Secondary
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Dubois 1 College Place
Dubois, PA 15801-2549
Type: Post Secondary
Clarion University Of Pennsylvania 840 Wood Street
Clarion, PA 16214
Type: Post Secondary
The Rapha School 17 Griffith Drive
Home, PA 15747-9615
Type: Post Secondary
Indiana County Technology Center 441 Hamill Rd
Indiana, PA 15701-1465
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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