Medicare in ZIP Code 

17774

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County: 
Rural

1093

Population

41.2436

Latitude

-76.5183

Longitude

Demographic Data

ZIP code 17774 is located in Columbia County, Pennsylvania, centered near Berwick, with a total population of 1,093 and a median age of 45.3. This is a rural community where 19.2% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 210 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 95.5% White. About 25.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Economic Metrics

The median household income is $70,313, near the national median. Many residents may find Medicare Advantage plans with $0 premiums to be an attractive option, while others may prefer Original Medicare with a Medigap supplement for broader provider access. The poverty rate is 13.4%. The unemployment rate of 9.0% 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 $223,300 and median monthly rent is $930. Medicare beneficiaries in Columbia 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.

Hospitals Near 

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