Medicare in ZIP Code
15143
—
Sewickley
21949
Population
40.557
Latitude
-80.1578
Longitude
Demographic Data
ZIP code 15143 is located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, centered near Sewickley, with a total population of 21,949 and a median age of 46.3. This is a urban community where 23.3% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 5,123 individuals), moderately above the national average. This aging population benefits from robust Medicare plan options and community-based health resources. The racial and ethnic composition includes 83.4% White, 3.2% Black/African American, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, 8.2% Asian. The community is highly educated, with 60.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher, which often correlates with greater health literacy and proactive engagement with Medicare plan selection.
Economic Metrics
The median household income is $125,339, above the national median. Higher-income Medicare beneficiaries should note that Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amounts (IRMAA) may apply to Part B and Part D premiums for individuals earning above $106,000 or couples above $212,000 annually. The poverty rate is relatively low at 3.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. The median home value is $434,900 and median monthly rent is $1,356. Medicare beneficiaries in Allegheny County should explore all available plan options during Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7) or consult the Pennsylvania SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) for free, unbiased counseling on choosing the right coverage.