ZIP Code 15534

Households in ZIP code 15534, centered on Alum Bank, bring in a median of $49,191 a year, while per-capita income sits at $33,083. With a median home value of $159,400 and the county's property tax rate at 0.81%, annual property taxes would run roughly $1,291. Sales tax is 6.00%. That combination of earnings and costs means housing takes a smaller bite than in many places, though everyday purchases still carry the full sales tax. Day-to-day finances here hinge on keeping spending in line with a mid-range income while owning a home remains within reach.