18252, Tamaqua, PA

The 18252 zip code of Tamaqua, PA is located in the northeastern part of the state and includes a population of just over 2,000 people. The median household income in this zip code is just under $40,000, which is lower than the statewide median income of $60,000. However, this zip code has a much higher home equity value than the statewide average. In fact, as of 2016, the home equity value in this zip code was nearly $200,000 more than the statewide average. This high home equity value may be due to several factors including low unemployment rates and strong job growth in this area.

Despite having a high home equity value, homeowners in the 18252 zip code are not immune to experiencing problems with their homes. In fact, according to Zillow’s Home Value Index report for 2016 (the most recent year for which data is available), Tamaqua ranked as one of the worst cities for home values in Pennsylvania. This ranking was based on data from Zillow’s analysis of FBI crime reports and Census Bureau housing data. Additionally, Zillow’s report found that Tamaqua had a rate of property crime that was almost twice as high as the statewide average and a rate of burglary that was more than three times as high. These findings suggest that homeowners in this area should take precautions to protect their homes from theft or vandalism.