| City: | Poyntelle, Pennsylvania |
| County: | Wayne County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:38:49 PM |
| Population: | 89 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 272 / 570 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 41.8208, -75.4206 |
| Land Area: | 4.142 sq mi |
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Poyntelle is a seasonal vacation community in Wayne County where second homes dominate the landscape. Of the 166 housing units, 115 sit vacant most of the year—seasonal or recreational properties that remain empty except during summer weekends and holidays. That's a 69% seasonal vacancy rate, one of the highest in Pennsylvania.
The post office maintains 51 PO Boxes for a population of just 89 year-round residents. That adoption rate of 1.0 boxes per household reflects the reality of second-home ownership: vacation property owners need a reliable year-round address even when they're not here. Many of these boxes belong to families from Philadelphia or New York who spend weekends at Lake Lorain or other nearby lakes.
The median home value reaches $342,500, well above Pennsylvania's rural average. These aren't modest cabins. The median age of 55.3 years suggests retirees and pre-retirees who've invested in vacation properties. Only 51 housing units are occupied year-round, creating a community that essentially doubles or triples in size during peak season.
Mail delivery follows rural routes that serve the permanent residents and seasonal properties along Crosstown Highway, Lake Lorain Road, Cribbs Road, and Raven Road. The post office doesn't offer city-style carrier delivery—rural routes and PO Boxes handle everything. For second-home owners who visit irregularly, a PO Box means packages and mail don't pile up at an unattended property. It's a practical solution for seasonal living.
Street names reveal a lakeside vacation community with low-density development. Lake Lorain Road directly references the water feature that attracts seasonal residents, while Crosstown Highway serves as the main connector. The limited number of delivery points on each street reflects the area's sparse development pattern typical of seasonal recreational communities.
ZIP Code 18454 has 89 residents and 51 households (average 1.75 persons per household). The median age is 55.3 years, significantly older than the state (41.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 62.9% male and 37.1% female, which is much higher than the state male share (48.9%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (94.4%, much higher than the state average of 75.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (2.2%, lower than the national average of 6.0%); 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
| 2020 Population: | 89Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 97Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 21.5 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $61,250Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 51Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $335,700Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.75Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.05Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 34 | 37 | 28 | 26 | 10 | 4 | 20 | 15 | 17 | 65 | 94 | 92 | 80 | 97 |
| Decennial Census | 64 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 89 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 55.3
Male Median Age: 55.8
Female Median Age: 52.8
| 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 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Female | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| White: | 84 | 97.67% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 0 | 0% |
| Asian: | 2 | 2.33% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 86 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 56 | 62.92% | 55.8 years |
| Females: | 33 | 37.08% | 52.8 years |
| Total: | 89 | 100% | 55.3 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 68 | 70.10% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 15 | 15.46% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 14 | 14.43% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 14.43% |
| Total Population: | 97 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 83 | 85.57% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 14 | 14.43% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $61,250, which is considerably lower than the national median ($80,734), is up $17,500 (40.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $61,250. Family households earn a median of $110,083 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $110,083). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 18.0%, which is considerably 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 Natural resources (43.8%).
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 | $43,750 | $43,750 | $42,750 | $46,667 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $90,179 | $54,688 | $60,938 | $83,125 | $61,250 |
| Median Family Income | $95,750 | $98,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $90,982 | $95,179 | $103,036 | $107,857 | $110,083 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $25,750 | $25,500 | $25,750 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $54,063 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $41,750 | $44,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $29,375 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $26,500 | $27,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 16 | 17.98% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 73 | 82.02% |
| Total: | 89 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 2 | 12.50% |
| Service: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales and Office: | 5 | 31.25% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 7 | 43.75% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 2 | 12.50% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 16 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $335,700, which is on par with the national median ($332,700), is up $35,700 (11.90%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $335,700. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 78.95% (22.22% with a mortgage, 77.78% free-and-clear) and renters 21.05% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 65.66%, which is far 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 | $300,000 | $295,000 | $275,000 | $310,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $336,700 | $319,600 | $321,200 | $342,500 | $335,700 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 5 | 41.67% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $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: | 7 | 58.33% |
| Total: | 12 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 10 | 17.54% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 35 | 61.40% |
| Renter Occupied: | 12 | 21.05% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 57 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 57 | 34.34% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 109 | 65.66% |
| Total Housing Units: | 166 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 161 | 96.99% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 5 | 3.01% |
| Total Housing Units: | 166 | 100% |
In 2024, 16.90% 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 85.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 88.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). 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 pre-K (50.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, 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
| Less than 9th grade: | 13 | 14.61% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 47 | 52.81% |
| Some college, no degree: | 9 | 10.11% |
| Associate's degree: | 5 | 5.62% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 11 | 12.36% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 4 | 4.49% |
| Total: | 89 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 76 | 85.39% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 15 | 16.85% |
| Private Insurance: | 54 | 38.57% |
| Public Insurance: | 86 | 61.43% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 140 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 140 | 100.00% |
| 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% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | 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: | 4 | 50.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 4 | 50.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 8 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 4 | 50.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 4 | 50.00% |
ZIP Code 18454 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 4 business establishments, employing about 41 people with an annual payroll of $3,928,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 58Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 4Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $423,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $3,928,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 41Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 18454 is located in Wayne County, Pennsylvania, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 18454. It covers 4.142 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.418 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Number: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 0Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 4.142 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.418 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 08Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 706.93 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
We could not locate which school district 18454 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.