ZIP Code 16740 in Mount Jewett, PA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Mount Jewett, Pennsylvania
City Alias:Westline
County:Mckean County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:28:07 PM
Population:930 [See All]
Area Codes:582 / 814
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:41.7394, -78.6536
Land Area:45.126 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 16740 has 930 residents and 412 households (average 2.26 persons per household). The median age is 45.1 years, older than the state (41.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.3% male and 51.7% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (95.8%, much higher than the state average of 75.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (0.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.5%, 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:930Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:823Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:201Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:20.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$47,222Source: Census ACS
Households:412Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$75,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.26Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.15Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--9401,0531,0741,1001,0521,0861,0951,0771,0341,036962896823
Decennial Census1,032------------------930------
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: 45.1

Male Median Age: 42.1

Female Median Age: 47.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male2430304026282022153122403034221979
Female28313627181524222842323436323225109
Total526166674443444443735474666654441718
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:89198.67%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*50.55%
Asian:30.33%
American Indian:40.44%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:903100%
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:44948.28%42.1 years
Females:48151.72%47.6 years
Total:930100%45.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:81498.91%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:91.09%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:01.09%
Total Population:823100%
Total Native Population:81498.91%
Total Foreign-born Population:91.09%
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 $47,222, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $10,972 (30.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $2,222. Family households earn a median of $55,982 versus $31,875 for nonfamily households (a difference of $24,107). By gender, male median income is $59,063 and female is $41,250, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($54,031), with a current gap of $17,813 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 47.4%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is below the state rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (27.0%).

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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$36,250$41,875$40,179$40,139$43,125$40,521$42,500$44,402$45,000$44,079$45,441$49,750$47,222
Median Family Income$46,000$46,500$43,667$44,063$46,923$47,321$49,236$55,139$62,917$62,788$57,500$65,500$55,982
Median NonFamily Income$19,559$21,125$21,750$24,792$28,500$30,000$30,104$27,031$24,792$24,688$30,000$26,771$31,875
Median Male Income$48,750$49,286$52,639$51,250$50,833$45,893$41,750$45,417$42,417$47,656$44,519$55,000$59,063
Median Female Income$27,917$28,942$26,563$25,625$27,422$26,167$27,188$24,375$28,000$31,250$29,643$36,250$41,250
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:30445.58%
Unemployed:121.80%
Not In Labor Force:35152.62%
Total:667100%
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:7424.34%
Service:8226.97%
Sales and Office:5217.11%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:3611.84%
Production, transportation, and material moving:6019.74%
Total Civilian Employed Population:304100%
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 $75,200, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $16,500 (28.11%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $17,300. The median gross rent is $707, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $182 (34.67%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $57. Of occupied housing, owners make up 89.43% (48.24% with a mortgage, 51.76% free-and-clear) and renters 10.57% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 34.46%, which is much higher than the state rate (9.42%).

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$58,700$64,300$64,800$65,700$64,000$62,500$60,200$55,500$57,900$61,500$63,600$71,700$75,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:718.92%
$500 to $999:2054.05%
$1,000 to $1,499:718.92%
$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:38.11%
Total:37100%
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$525$518$508$509$477$572$645$634$650$643$498$704$707
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):15143.14%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):16246.29%
Renter Occupied:3710.57%
Total Occupied Housing Units:350100%

Occupied Housing Units:35065.54%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):18434.46%
Total Housing Units:534100%
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:45885.77%
Multi-Family Units:244.49%
Other Units:529.74%
Total Housing Units:534100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 13.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 86.60%, which is on par with the state rate (91.90%). The uninsured rate is 10.90%, which is on par with the state rate (5.60%). Private coverage is 50.20%, which is generally lower than the state rate (71.50%). Public coverage is 56.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 7.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 10.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.50 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 elementary (62.76%). College enrollment is 3.45%, which is markedly below the state rate (27.30%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:30.51%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:7612.93%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):28949.15%
Some college, no degree:8213.95%
Associate's degree:6010.20%
Bachelor's degree:569.52%
Graduate or professional degree:223.74%
Total:588100%
High school or higher:50986.56%
Bachelor's degree or higher:7813.27%
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:41342.58%
Public Insurance:46748.14%
No Insurance:909.28%
Total:970100%
Has Health Insurance:88090.72%
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 Poverty18.2%15.1%15.2%16.1%14.4%15.7%13.7%11.9%9.0%12.4%10.1%6.9%7.5%
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:42.76%
Kindergarten:42.76%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):9162.76%
High school (grades 9-12):4128.28%
College or graduate school:53.45%
Total:145100%
Early Childhood:85.52%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):13693.79%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 16740 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 27 business establishments, employing about 218 people with an annual payroll of $12,649,000. USPS data shows 89 residential mailboxes and 5 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:89Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:5Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:580Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:89Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:27Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$3,619,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$12,649,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:218Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 16740 is located in Mckean County, Pennsylvania, within the Bradford, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 14620) and Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 40,149 people, about 2.32% of whom live in ZIP Code 16740. It covers 45.126 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.09 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Bradford, PASource: Census
CBSA Number:14620Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:40,149Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:45.126 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.09 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:4251632Source: Census
Place Name:Mount Jewett borough; PennsylvaniaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


16743 | | 16738

Schools in ZIP Code 16740


We could not locate which school district 16740 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.

Kane Area Hs 6965 Route 321
Kane, PA 16735
District: Kane Area School DistrictNearby
Kane Area Ms 400 W Hemlock Ave
Kane, PA 16735
District: Kane Area School DistrictNearby
Kane Area El Sch 400 West Hemlock Ave
Kane, PA 16735
District: Kane Area School DistrictNearby
Smethport Area El Sch 414 S Mechanic St
Smethport, PA 16749
District: Smethport Area School DistrictNearby
Smethport Area Jshs 412 S Mechanic St
Smethport, PA 16749
District: Smethport Area School DistrictNearby
Chestnut Street Christian School 110 Chestnut St
Bradford, PA 16701
District: Private SchoolNearby
Bradford Area Christian Academy 25 Chambers St
Bradford, PA 16701
District: Private SchoolNearby
The Learning Center 90 Jackson Ave
Bradford, PA 16701
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 16740


University Of Pittsburgh-Bradford 300 Campus Drive
Bradford, PA 16701
Type: Post Secondary
St Bonaventure University 3261 W. State Road
Saint Bonaventure, NY 14778-9800
Type: Post Secondary
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College 300 2nd Avenue, Suite 500
Warren, PA 16365
Type: Post Secondary
Cattaraugus Allegany Boces-Practical Nursing Program 1825 Windfall Rd
Olean, NY 14760
Type: Post Secondary
Jamestown Business College - 25 Center Street
Salamanca, NY 14779-9740
Type: Post Secondary
Jamestown Community College 525 Falconer St
Jamestown, NY 14701
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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