ZIP Code 17241 in Newville, PA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Newville, Pennsylvania
Names to Avoid:
Bloserville, Cobblerville, Dickinson, Doubling Gap, Entlerville, Greenspring, Hays Grove, Heberlig, Little Wash, Lower Mifflin, Mccrea, North Newton, Upper Frankfd, Upper Mifflin
County:Cumberland County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:37:08 PM
Population:11,878 [See All]
Area Codes:223 / 717
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:40.1740, -77.4073
Land Area:111.701 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 17241 has 11,878 residents and 4,626 households (average 2.55 persons per household). The median age is 44.0 years, older than the state (41.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.1% male and 49.9% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.9%). Largest groups are White (94.9%, much higher than the state average of 75.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.6%, 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:11,878Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:11,094Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:12,438Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:106.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$75,371Source: Census ACS
Households:4,626Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$208,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.55Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.83Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--12,03112,02611,71511,52011,42311,36711,55211,91012,12711,87711,19211,13511,094
Decennial Census11,853------------------11,878------
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: 44

Male Median Age: 42.5

Female Median Age: 45.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male325403399358335312341331325346389478467413313193118103
Female329389342299251324332332348363405428469386346241179166
Total654792741657586636673663673709794906936799659434297269
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:11,26796.57%
Black:830.71%
Hispanic:*1881.61%
Asian:310.27%
American Indian:180.15%
Hawaiian:40.03%
Other:760.65%
Total:11,667100%
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:5,94950.08%42.5 years
Females:5,92949.92%45.2 years
Total:11,878100%44.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:10,97198.89%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:400.36%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:450.41%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:380.75%
Total Population:11,094100%
Total Native Population:11,01199.25%
Total Foreign-born Population:830.75%
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 $75,371, which is below the national median ($78,538), is up $22,035 (41.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $16,918. Family households earn a median of $85,931 versus $42,574 for nonfamily households (a difference of $43,357). By gender, male median income is $57,222 and female is $47,097, which is far less than the state female median ($54,031), with a current gap of $10,125 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 66.4%, which is above the state rate (62.8%). The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is far lower than the state rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (26.9%).

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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$53,336$52,479$51,034$53,158$56,060$52,730$54,073$57,203$58,453$60,258$63,228$72,467$75,371
Median Family Income$59,207$59,896$58,091$60,385$62,629$61,875$62,818$66,698$67,574$70,869$73,569$83,733$85,931
Median NonFamily Income$33,115$30,779$30,886$31,530$31,330$29,681$29,453$32,295$35,243$34,462$34,788$40,336$42,574
Median Male Income$41,906$42,292$41,669$43,185$44,583$44,476$45,385$47,210$48,665$46,765$49,595$54,247$57,222
Median Female Income$33,314$33,641$34,214$33,841$33,494$33,019$32,420$34,167$35,047$38,469$39,023$44,777$47,097
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:5,73664.49%
Unemployed:1621.82%
Not In Labor Force:2,99733.69%
Total:8,895100%
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:1,46325.51%
Service:91816.00%
Sales and Office:1,18020.57%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:63010.98%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,54526.94%
Total Civilian Employed Population:5,736100%
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 $208,400, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $53,500 (34.54%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $33,700. The median gross rent is $978, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $260 (36.21%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $66. Of occupied housing, owners make up 78.95% (58.41% with a mortgage, 41.59% free-and-clear) and renters 21.05% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.96%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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$154,900$156,500$158,100$161,400$164,600$163,800$165,000$167,700$174,700$176,900$177,800$200,100$208,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:819.02%
$500 to $999:35339.31%
$1,000 to $1,499:20022.27%
$1,500 to $1,999:9010.02%
$2,000 to $2,499:728.02%
$2,500 to $2,999:131.45%
$3,000 or more:131.45%
No Rent:768.46%
Total:898100%
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$718$736$753$764$814$818$825$873$912$861$883$990$978
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,96846.12%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,40132.83%
Renter Occupied:89821.05%
Total Occupied Housing Units:4,267100%

Occupied Housing Units:4,26792.04%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):3697.96%
Total Housing Units:4,636100%
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:3,60277.70%
Multi-Family Units:2786.00%
Other Units:75616.31%
Total Housing Units:4,636100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 16.60% 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 87.20%, which is generally lower than the state rate (91.90%). The uninsured rate is 10.60%, which is markedly above the state rate (5.60%). The share of people in poverty is 6.10%, which is falls below the national rate (8.70%), down 1.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.40 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (52.62%). College enrollment is 10.88%, 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:3344.38%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:6408.39%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,89451.04%
Some college, no degree:1,04013.63%
Associate's degree:4586.00%
Bachelor's degree:79310.39%
Graduate or professional degree:4706.16%
Total:7,629100%
High school or higher:6,65587.23%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,26316.56%
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:7,52860.30%
Public Insurance:3,78630.33%
No Insurance:1,1709.37%
Total:12,484100%
Has Health Insurance:11,31490.63%
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 Poverty7.4%7.8%9.1%7.3%6.0%6.3%6.2%6.2%5.7%5.1%4.9%4.5%6.1%
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:562.77%
Kindergarten:1457.17%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,06452.62%
High school (grades 9-12):53726.56%
College or graduate school:22010.88%
Total:2,022100%
Early Childhood:2019.94%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,74686.35%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 17241 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 197 business establishments, employing about 2,916 people with an annual payroll of $146,863,000. USPS data shows 4,878 residential mailboxes and 175 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:4,878Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:175Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:5,160Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:4,218Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:44Source: USPS
# of Businesses:197Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$33,087,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$146,863,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,916Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 17241 is located in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, within the Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 25420) and Pennsylvania's 10th and 13rd Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 597,894 people, about 1.99% of whom live in ZIP Code 17241. It covers 111.701 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.779 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Harrisburg-Carlisle, PASource: Census
CBSA Number:25420Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:597,894Source: Census
MSA:Harrisburg-Lebanon-Carlisle, PA MSASource: Census
Land Area:111.701 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.779 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:10,13Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:8378.06, 155.18 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4254320Source: Census
Place Name:Newville borough; PennsylvaniaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


17243 | | 17240

Schools in ZIP Code 17241


ZIP Code 17241 is in the Big Spring School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 5 public schools and 3 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Oak Flat El Sch 334 Centerville Rd
Newville, PA 17241
District: Big Spring School District
Newville El Sch 100 Steelstown Rd
Newville, PA 17241
District: Big Spring School District
Big Spring Hs 100 Mount Rock Rd
Newville, PA 17241
District: Big Spring School District
Mount Rock Elem Sch 47 Mount Rock Rd
Newville, PA 17241
District: Big Spring School District
Big Spring Ms 43 Mount Rock Rd
Newville, PA 17241
District: Big Spring School District
Berean Christian School 12 Windy Hill Rd
Newville, PA 17241
District: Private School
Green Spring Mennonite School 9 Fish Hatchery
Newville, PA 17241
District: Private School
River Rock Academy Newville Campus 399 Roxbury Rd
Newville, PA 17241
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 17241


Shippensburg University Of Pennsylvania 1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, PA 17257-2299
Type: Post Secondary
Pennsylvania State University-Dickinson Law 150 South College Street
Carlisle, PA 17013-2861
Type: Post Secondary
Dickinson College College And Louther Streets
Carlisle, PA 17013-2896
Type: Post Secondary
Triangle Tech-Chambersburg 1669 Opportunity Avenue
Chambersburg, PA 17201-7834
Type: Post Secondary
Wilson College 1015 Philadelphia Ave
Chambersburg, PA 17201-1285
Type: Post Secondary
Messiah University One University Avenue
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
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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