| City: | Gibson, Pennsylvania |
| County: | Susquehanna County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 3:41:52 PM |
| Population: | 40 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 272 / 570 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 41.8077, -75.6483 |
| Land Area: | 1.751 sq mi |
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Gibson is a tiny rural hamlet in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, with just 40 residents in 13 households. This is a PO Box Only Zone, meaning there's no alternative mail delivery across the service area. The community sits along State Route 547 in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Despite its PO Box classification, the post office maintains minimal box infrastructure. Mail delivery occurs primarily through a single rural carrier route serving the immediate area. General Delivery is available for residents who need it. The post office itself appears as a point location rather than a defined territory, falling within the boundaries of neighboring ZIP 18847.
Gibson's 40 residents are entirely White (100%) with a median age of 54.0 years. All 13 occupied homes are owner-occupied. There are no renters. The community shows above-average educational attainment, with 37.5% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Per capita income is $50,264. Employment patterns show work in public administration (10 workers), other services (10 workers), and smaller numbers in education, healthcare, and transportation.
This hamlet has deep historical roots. Housing stock is exceptionally old, with structures dating to the pre-1939 era dominating the landscape. With just one child under 18, Gibson isn't growing. It's a settled, aging rural outpost where residents have lived for decades.
Primary city name: Gibson, PA 18820
Facility type: Post Office (P)
City carrier delivery: No
PO Box Only Zone: Yes (no alternative delivery options exist)
The entire community sits along State Route 547, with only 2 delivery point records.
ZIP Code 18820 has 40 residents and 13 households (average 3.08 persons per household). The median age is 54.0 years, significantly older than the state (41.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 42.5% male and 57.5% female, which is lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (100.0%, much higher than the state average of 75.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (7.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.5%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 40Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 36Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 22.8 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 13Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 3.08Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 4.44Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 81 | 59 | 36 | 36 |
| Decennial Census | 0 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 40 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 54
Male Median Age: 50.5
Female Median Age: 58.2
| 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 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Female | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White: | 40 | 93.02% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 3 | 6.98% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 43 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 17 | 42.50% | 50.5 years |
| Females: | 23 | 57.50% | 58.2 years |
| Total: | 40 | 100% | 54.0 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 36 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 36 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 36 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($78,538), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 36.4%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (91.7%).
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 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $148,684 | $160,875 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $148,224 | $160,875 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 12 | 36.36% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 21 | 63.64% |
| Total: | 33 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 11 | 91.67% |
| Service: | 1 | 8.33% |
| Sales and Office: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 12 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,348), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $141,300 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 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): | 21 | 100.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 21 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 21 | 72.41% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 8 | 27.59% |
| Total Housing Units: | 29 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 29 | 100.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 29 | 100% |
In 2024, 34.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 97.20%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 8.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%). 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 (50.00%). College enrollment is 50.00%, 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: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some college, no degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Associate's degree: | 21 | 65.63% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 10 | 31.25% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1 | 3.13% |
| Total: | 32 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 32 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 11 | 34.38% |
| Private Insurance: | 35 | 92.11% |
| Public Insurance: | 3 | 7.89% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 38 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 38 | 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% | 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): | 1 | 50.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 1 | 50.00% |
| Total: | 2 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 1 | 50.00% |
ZIP Code 18820 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: | 0Source: 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 18820 is located in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Pennsylvania's 9th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 18820. It covers 1.751 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.026 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: | 1.751 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.026 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 09Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 5730.09 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 18820 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 February 1, 2026.