Medicare in ZIP Code
18036
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Coopersburg
14625
Population
40.5076
Latitude
-75.3888
Longitude
Demographic Data
ZIP code 18036 is located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, centered near Coopersburg, with a total population of 14,625 and a median age of 48.9. This is a urban community where 22.5% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 3,285 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 88.6% White, 1.4% Black/African American, 3.9% Hispanic/Latino, 2.3% Asian. The community is highly educated, with 44.8% 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 $124,211, 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 3.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. The median home value is $381,700 and median monthly rent is $1,121. Medicare beneficiaries in Bucks 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.