ZIP Code 16212 in Cadogan, PA

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Cadogan, Pennsylvania
County:Armstrong County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:19:25 PM
Population:324 [See All]
Area Codes:724 / 878
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:40.7525, -79.5815
Land Area:0.438 sq mi
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16212 - Cadogan, PA

ZIP Code 16212, Cadogan

Small Town
LocationArmstrong County, PA
Area0.6 sq mi
Population324
Households155
PO Boxes171 (110% adoption)
Median Age45.2 years
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Key Facts
  • This PO Box ZIP serves 324 residents in Cadogan, Armstrong County, Pennsylvania.
  • The post office maintains 171 PO Boxes for 155 occupied households in the area.
  • Two carrier routes operate: one city route and one rural route covering eight streets.
  • The PO Box adoption rate of 1.10 means the post office serves slightly beyond the immediate local area.
  • Median household income is $51,833, with median home values at $77,300.
  • The median age of 45.2 years indicates an established, mature population.

Community Profile

The median household income sits at $51,833, and median home values reach $77,300. The median age of 45.2 years indicates a mature population. This Pennsylvania community combines both urban and rural delivery patterns. Most delivery points use PO Boxes rather than street addresses, typical for small communities where residents prefer centralized mail pickup.

Street Name Patterns

Numbered Grid Tree Names

Cadogan's eight streets include a traditional Main Street core with numbered avenues (1st and 2nd) and tree-named thoroughfares (Elm, Oak, Walnut), indicating a classic small-town Pennsylvania grid layout.

Nearby Areas

Verona Fox Chapel Oakmont
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 16212 has 324 residents and 155 households (average 2.09 persons per household). The median age is 45.2 years, older than the state (41.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.4% male and 46.6% female, which is higher than the state male share (48.9%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (98.5%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:324Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:261Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:739.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$73,750Source: Census ACS
Households:155Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$75,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.09Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.78Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--373362317273291297315344312267232234248261
Decennial Census339------------------324--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 45.2

Male Median Age: 46.7

Female Median Age: 42.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1110710561299218825166325
Female57212106161410910812129324
Total16179221512282319301816372815649
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:319100.00%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*00%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:319100%
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:17353.40%46.7 years
Females:15146.60%42.3 years
Total:324100%45.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:25999.23%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:20.77%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.77%
Total Population:261100%
Total Native Population:25999.23%
Total Foreign-born Population:20.77%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $73,750, which is considerably lower than the national median ($80,734), is up $34,375 (87.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $35,000. Family households earn a median of $90,313 versus $37,500 for nonfamily households (a difference of $52,813). By gender, male median income is $55,536 and female is $38,750, which is much lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $16,786 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 55.7%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (32.1%).

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

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$39,375$34,750$34,514$34,167$36,375$35,000$33,214$37,083$38,750$37,250$39,792$48,482$51,833$73,750
Median Family Income$47,188$47,083$45,000$43,571$42,500$39,063$36,786$50,694$53,500$58,750$63,214$83,750$88,438$90,313
Median NonFamily Income$21,071$22,500$27,750$27,500$28,438$27,813$26,250$0$25,625$23,056$23,194$31,250$30,625$37,500
Median Male Income$40,833$41,667$42,250$38,750$0$35,250$33,125$32,417$36,458$36,429$41,389$46,458$55,938$55,536
Median Female Income$31,563$27,500$31,250$23,750$0$24,250$24,554$31,042$31,719$31,364$31,042$35,000$38,750$38,750
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:13155.74%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:10444.26%
Total:235100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:2418.32%
Service:2418.32%
Sales and Office:2821.37%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:139.92%
Production, transportation, and material moving:4232.06%
Total Civilian Employed Population:131100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $75,400, which is well under the national median ($332,700), is up $5,900 (8.49%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $2,900. The median gross rent is $683, which is much lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $45 (7.05%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $82. Of occupied housing, owners make up 93.53% (46.92% with a mortgage, 53.08% free-and-clear) and renters 6.47% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 3.47%, which is markedly below the national rate (10.12%).

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

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$69,500$73,800$73,400$62,400$63,400$62,200$65,400$70,500$72,500$68,000$66,800$68,300$77,300$75,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:888.89%
$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:111.11%
Total:9100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$638$650$666$671$690$729$758$800$765$788$700$663$650$683
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):6143.88%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):6949.64%
Renter Occupied:96.47%
Total Occupied Housing Units:139100%

Occupied Housing Units:13996.53%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):53.47%
Total Housing Units:144100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:12888.89%
Multi-Family Units:64.17%
Other Units:106.94%
Total Housing Units:144100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 16.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 91.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 5.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 5.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), up 2.80 percentage points since 2011. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (63.33%). College enrollment is 20.00%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:31.36%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:156.79%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):12255.20%
Some college, no degree:229.95%
Associate's degree:229.95%
Bachelor's degree:177.69%
Graduate or professional degree:209.05%
Total:221100%
High school or higher:20391.86%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3716.74%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:20064.10%
Public Insurance:9831.41%
No Insurance:144.49%
Total:312100%
Has Health Insurance:29895.51%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty2.5%3.8%7.0%15.4%11.4%15.8%16.7%9.6%5.3%7.0%5.6%5.3%5.3%5.2%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:26.67%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1963.33%
High school (grades 9-12):310.00%
College or graduate school:620.00%
Total:30100%
Early Childhood:26.67%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):2273.33%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 16212 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:182Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: 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 16212 is located in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, within the Pittsburgh, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 38300) and Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,356,285 people, about 0.01% of whom live in ZIP Code 16212. It covers 0.438 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.131 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Pittsburgh, PASource: Census
CBSA Number:38300Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,356,285Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:0.438 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.131 sq miSource: 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


16213 | | 16211

Schools in ZIP Code 16212


We could not locate which school district 16212 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.

Lenape Technical School 2215 Chaplin Avenue
Ford City, PA 16226
District: UnknownNearby
Lenape El Sch 2300 Center Ave
Ford City, PA 16226
District: Armstrong School DistrictNearby
Armstrong Jshs 300 Buffington Dr
Kittanning, PA 16201
District: Armstrong School DistrictNearby
West Hills Primary Sch 181 Heritage Park Drive
Kittanning, PA 16201
District: Armstrong School DistrictNearby
West Hills Intermediate Sch 175 Heritage Park Drive
Kittanning, PA 16201
District: Armstrong School DistrictNearby
Divine Redeemer School 726 4th Ave
Ford City, PA 16226
District: Private SchoolNearby
Divine Redeemer School 726 4th Ave
Ford City, PA 16226
District: Private SchoolNearby
Grace Christian School Of Armstrong County 215 Arthur St
Kittanning, PA 16201
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 16212


Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program 104 Armstrong Street
Ford City, PA 16226
Type: Post Secondary
Butler Beauty Academy-Kittanning Beauty Academy 120 Market St
Kittanning, PA 16201
Type: Post Secondary
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington 3550 Seventh Street Road
New Kensington, PA 15068-1765
Type: Post Secondary
Citizens School Of Nursing 539 Pittsburgh Mills Circle
Tarentum, PA 15084
Type: Post Secondary
Butler Beauty Academy 233 S Main St
Butler, PA 16001
Type: Post Secondary
Butler County Community College 107 College Drive
Butler, PA 16002
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 February 1, 2026.

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