| City: | New Buffalo, Pennsylvania |
| County: | Perry County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:29:03 PM |
| Population: | 316 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 223 / 717 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 40.4541, -76.9706 |
| Land Area: | 0.559 sq mi |
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New Buffalo sits along Buffalo Creek in Perry County, Pennsylvania, about 10 miles northwest of Harrisburg. This small village of 316 residents is a PO Box Only Zone. That means there's no alternative mail delivery available, and the post office is the only option for receiving mail.
The post office maintains 43 PO Boxes for the community's 152 households. With a 28% adoption rate, most residents rely on rural carrier routes that operate through this ZIP. Two rural routes (R001, R002) serve addresses along Old Trail Road, Buffalo Creek Road, and a handful of village streets like Market Street, Mill Street, and Creek Street. These street names hint at New Buffalo's origins as a creek-side mill community.
New Buffalo's housing stock tells an old story. Of the village's 154 housing units, 118 were built before 1939, making this a community where 77% of homes predate World War II. Most residents rent rather than own: 91 renter-occupied units compared to 61 owner-occupied. Median home values sit at $210,900, modest by modern standards but on par with rural central Pennsylvania.
The workforce here has an unusual profile. A striking number of workers are employed in transportation, warehousing, and utilities. Nearly a third of residents (31.5%) work from home. Median household income is $75,000, above the national median, and the median age of 42.4 years suggests a settled, working-age population rather than retirees or young families.
Street names like Mill Street, Creek Street, and Buffalo Creek Road reflect the village's origins as a creek-side mill community.
ZIP Code 17069 has 316 residents and 152 households (average 2.08 persons per household). The median age is 42.4 years, slightly older than the state (41.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.4% male and 51.6% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (97.2%, much higher than the state average of 75.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.9%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 316Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 192Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 565.3 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $80,000Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 152Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $236,400Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.08Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.69Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 129 | 131 | 113 | 105 | 111 | 101 | 112 | 128 | 158 | 140 | 318 | 294 | 237 | 192 |
| Decennial Census | 133 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 316 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 42.4
Male Median Age: 51.5
Female Median Age: 38.7
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 27 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Female | 18 | 5 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 14 | 8 | 23 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| Total | 23 | 13 | 18 | 12 | 11 | 30 | 20 | 28 | 11 | 21 | 16 | 38 | 26 | 15 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 7 |
| White: | 307 | 97.46% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 6 | 1.90% |
| Asian: | 2 | 0.63% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 315 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 153 | 48.42% | 51.5 years |
| Females: | 163 | 51.58% | 38.7 years |
| Total: | 316 | 100% | 42.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 189 | 98.44% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 2 | 1.04% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 1 | 1.56% |
| Total Population: | 192 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 189 | 98.44% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 3 | 1.56% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $80,000, which is roughly equal to the national median ($80,734), is up $31,458 (64.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $36,250. Family households earn a median of $117,708 versus $47,386 for nonfamily households (a difference of $70,322). By gender, male median income is $62,188 and female is $47,132, which is much lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $15,056 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 67.3%, which is higher 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 Management (26.1%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,542 | $47,917 | $42,500 | $43,750 | $47,917 | $45,625 | $46,875 | $48,438 | $43,750 | $0 | $66,250 | $75,714 | $75,000 | $80,000 |
| Median Family Income | $63,750 | $75,000 | $85,833 | $71,250 | $85,938 | $69,583 | $73,125 | $75,417 | $73,333 | $69,375 | $91,250 | $94,167 | $98,750 | $117,708 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $33,625 | $21,250 | $18,750 | $19,583 | $0 | $18,958 | $0 | $16,964 | $17,500 | $18,542 | $24,375 | $46,071 | $48,333 | $47,386 |
| Median Male Income | $33,393 | $34,375 | $21,250 | $38,750 | $0 | $61,250 | $59,688 | $46,750 | $47,500 | $48,250 | $60,714 | $59,432 | $60,833 | $62,188 |
| Median Female Income | $40,625 | $21,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $46,250 | $50,208 | $0 | $52,917 | $52,500 | $53,438 | $55,893 | $51,667 | $47,132 |
| Employed: | 115 | 67.25% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 56 | 32.75% |
| Total: | 171 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 30 | 26.09% |
| Service: | 22 | 19.13% |
| Sales and Office: | 27 | 23.48% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 12 | 10.43% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 24 | 20.87% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 115 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $236,400, which is well under the national median ($332,700), is up $103,100 (77.34%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $110,000. The median gross rent is $1,188, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $550. Of occupied housing, owners make up 54.17% (75.00% with a mortgage, 25.00% free-and-clear) and renters 45.83% - making this ZIP Code higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 13.51%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $133,300 | $139,600 | $125,000 | $120,200 | $134,400 | $125,000 | $128,100 | $135,900 | $126,400 | $112,500 | $179,800 | $175,000 | $210,900 | $236,400 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 19 | 43.18% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 22 | 50.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 3 | 6.82% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 44 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $644 | $678 | $681 | $675 | $754 | $689 | $800 | $638 | $595 | $760 | $950 | $961 | $1,188 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 39 | 40.63% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 13 | 13.54% |
| Renter Occupied: | 44 | 45.83% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 96 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 96 | 86.49% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 15 | 13.51% |
| Total Housing Units: | 111 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 71 | 63.96% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 39 | 35.14% |
| Other Units: | 1 | 0.90% |
| Total Housing Units: | 111 | 100% |
In 2024, 24.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 93.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 5.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (55.56%). College enrollment is 22.22%, 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
| Less than 9th grade: | 4 | 2.48% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 7 | 4.35% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 78 | 48.45% |
| Some college, no degree: | 27 | 16.77% |
| Associate's degree: | 6 | 3.73% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 25 | 15.53% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 14 | 8.70% |
| Total: | 161 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 150 | 93.17% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 39 | 24.22% |
| Private Insurance: | 153 | 67.40% |
| Public Insurance: | 64 | 28.19% |
| No Insurance: | 10 | 4.41% |
| Total: | 227 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 217 | 95.59% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 15 | 55.56% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 6 | 22.22% |
| College or graduate school: | 6 | 22.22% |
| Total: | 27 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 21 | 77.78% |
ZIP Code 17069 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: | 310Source: 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 |
ZIP Code 17069 is located in Perry County, Pennsylvania, within the Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 25420) and Pennsylvania's 13rd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 549,475 people, about 0.06% of whom live in ZIP Code 17069. It covers 0.559 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Harrisburg-Carlisle, PASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 25420Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 549,475Source: Census |
| MSA: | Harrisburg-Lebanon-Carlisle, PA MSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.559 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 13Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 155.18 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | --Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 4253320Source: Census |
| Place Name: | New Buffalo borough; PennsylvaniaSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 17069 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.
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 March 1, 2026.