ZIP Code 17562 in Paradise, PA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Paradise, Pennsylvania
Names to Avoid:
Bellemont, Harristown, Iva, Lapark, Leaman Place, Nickel Mines, Vintage
County:Lancaster County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:41:04 PM
Population:4,655 [See All]
Area Codes:717 / 223
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.9772, -76.0957
Land Area:17.201 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 17562 has 4,655 residents and 1,372 households (average 3.39 persons per household). The median age is 28.7 years, significantly younger than the state (41.0) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.0% male and 48.0% female, which is higher than the state male share (48.9%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (92.7%, much higher than the state average of 75.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (4.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 4.4%, 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:4,655Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:4,187Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:4,752Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:270.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$105,117Source: Census ACS
Households:1,372Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$340,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.39Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.11Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--4,6324,7214,6044,5074,4574,3384,5484,5464,6404,7704,5584,2774,187
Decennial Census4,464------------------4,655------
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: 28.7

Male Median Age: 28.4

Female Median Age: 29

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male248194219202215178173138116108111129918872585029
Female221208189188170166123119112130961151159471613919
Total4694024083903853442962572282382072442061821431198948
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4,31691.52%
Black:701.48%
Hispanic:*2064.37%
Asian:110.23%
American Indian:80.17%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:1052.23%
Total:4,716100%
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:2,41951.97%28.4 years
Females:2,23648.03%29.0 years
Total:4,655100%28.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:4,08997.66%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:270.64%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:521.24%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:191.70%
Total Population:4,187100%
Total Native Population:4,11698.30%
Total Foreign-born Population:711.70%
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 $105,117, which is far above the state median ($76,081), is up $47,173 (81.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $36,503. Family households earn a median of $106,550 versus $40,000 for nonfamily households (a difference of $66,550). By gender, male median income is $70,598 and female is $53,168, which is modestly lower than the state female median ($54,031), with a current gap of $17,430 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 73.2%, which is considerably higher than the state rate (62.8%). The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is far lower than the state rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (25.3%).

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$57,944$62,744$61,989$62,339$62,313$63,451$62,045$62,097$68,614$86,094$87,682$100,377$105,117
Median Family Income$66,417$68,431$65,375$68,125$67,955$68,811$69,083$72,125$80,741$88,341$92,597$101,462$106,550
Median NonFamily Income$26,875$26,369$25,690$26,333$38,594$30,795$31,563$38,750$39,861$52,969$55,227$42,411$40,000
Median Male Income$45,259$43,984$43,882$43,724$42,582$43,504$43,180$43,900$48,472$60,313$59,254$64,179$70,598
Median Female Income$31,250$31,912$28,295$30,593$32,167$31,553$34,013$34,800$40,568$42,292$44,100$50,202$53,168
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:2,03072.27%
Unemployed:250.89%
Not In Labor Force:75426.84%
Total:2,809100%
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:51325.27%
Service:22611.13%
Sales and Office:38719.06%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:46723.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:43721.53%
Total Civilian Employed Population:2,030100%
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 $340,800, which is far above the state median ($240,500), is up $119,000 (53.65%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $65,000. The median gross rent is $1,087, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $295 (37.25%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $154. Of occupied housing, owners make up 76.40% (62.68% with a mortgage, 37.32% free-and-clear) and renters 23.60% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 3.82%, which is markedly below 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$221,800$221,700$219,800$217,600$219,700$229,500$234,700$254,300$275,800$294,300$290,500$336,000$340,800
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 $999:9433.69%
$1,000 to $1,499:4917.56%
$1,500 to $1,999:6322.58%
$2,000 to $2,499:72.51%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:6623.66%
Total:279100%
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$792$777$883$973$888$882$964$923$933$1,050$1,125$1,142$1,087
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):56647.88%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):33728.51%
Renter Occupied:27923.60%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,182100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,18296.18%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):473.82%
Total Housing Units:1,229100%
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:1,09889.34%
Multi-Family Units:1068.62%
Other Units:252.03%
Total Housing Units:1,229100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 12.70% 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 56.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (91.90%). The uninsured rate is 41.30%, which is markedly above the state rate (5.60%). Private coverage is 49.30%, which is generally lower than the state rate (71.50%). Public coverage is 16.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (38.10%). The share of people in poverty is 5.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 4.80 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.70 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 (55.16%). College enrollment is 13.31%, 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:68029.82%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:31913.99%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):66028.95%
Some college, no degree:25411.14%
Associate's degree:773.38%
Bachelor's degree:1526.67%
Graduate or professional degree:1386.05%
Total:2,280100%
High school or higher:1,28156.18%
Bachelor's degree or higher:29012.72%
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:2,05946.15%
Public Insurance:67715.17%
No Insurance:1,72638.68%
Total:4,462100%
Has Health Insurance:2,73661.32%
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 Poverty10.6%8.8%7.1%7.7%4.7%3.6%8.2%10.0%9.5%8.0%9.3%5.5%5.8%
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:585.59%
Kindergarten:514.92%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):57255.16%
High school (grades 9-12):21821.02%
College or graduate school:13813.31%
Total:1,037100%
Early Childhood:10910.51%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):84181.10%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 17562 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 163 business establishments, employing about 1,582 people with an annual payroll of $90,079,000. USPS data shows 1,402 residential mailboxes and 85 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1,402Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:85Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:2,187Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,343Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:163Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$20,624,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$90,079,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:1,582Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 17562 is located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, within the Lancaster, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 29540) and Pennsylvania's 11st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 555,151 people, about 0.84% of whom live in ZIP Code 17562. It covers 17.201 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.082 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Lancaster, PASource: Census
CBSA Number:29540Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:555,151Source: Census
MSA:Lancaster, PA MSASource: Census
Land Area:17.201 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.082 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:11Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:3356.48 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4257840Source: Census
Place Name:Paradise CDP; PennsylvaniaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


17563 | | 17560

Schools in ZIP Code 17562


ZIP Code 17562 is in the Pequea Valley School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public schools and 6 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.

Paradise El Sch 20 N Belmont Rd
Paradise, PA 17562
District: Pequea Valley School District
Cedar Hill Parochial School 364 S Belmont Rd
Paradise, PA 17562
District: Private School
East Nickle Mines Amish School 5495 White Oak Rd
Paradise, PA 17562
District: Private School
Cornerstone School 4517 White Oak Rd
Paradise, PA 17562
District: Private School
Belmont Special Education School 701 Strasburg Rd
Paradise, PA 17562
District: Private School
Foggy Ridge Amish School 3574 White Oak Rd
Paradise, PA 17562
District: Private School
Blackhorse School 115a Black Horse Rd
Paradise, PA 17562
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 17562


Lancaster County Career And Technology Center 1730 Hans Herr Dr
Willow Street, PA 17584
Type: Post Secondary
Pennsylvania College Of Health Sciences 850 Greenfield Road
Lancaster, PA 17601
Type: Post Secondary
Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster 1641 Old Philadelphia Pike
Lancaster, PA 17602-3403
Type: Post Secondary
Lancaster School Of Cosmetology & Therapeutic Bodywork 50 Ranck Ave
Lancaster, PA 17602
Type: Post Secondary
Thaddeus Stevens College Of Technology 750 E King St
Lancaster, PA 17602-3198
Type: Post Secondary
Champ's Barber School 54 West King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602-3809
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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