Medicare in ZIP Code 

15636

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County: 
Urban

3839

Population

40.366

Latitude

-79.6565

Longitude

Demographic Data

ZIP code 15636 is located in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, centered near Leechburg, with a total population of 3,839 and a median age of 45.5. This is a urban community where 14.5% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 555 individuals), near the national average. Medicare beneficiaries here have access to a range of plan options suited to diverse healthcare needs. The racial and ethnic composition includes 94.8% White, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, 1.1% Asian. The community is highly educated, with 50.3% 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 $151,250, 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 3.6%. The unemployment rate of 9.7% is above the national average, which may indicate a greater need for social safety net programs including Medicare-Medicaid dual eligibility. The median home value is $351,400. Medicare beneficiaries in Westmoreland 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.

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