Medicare in ZIP Code
18104
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Allentown
47999
Population
40.6018
Latitude
-75.5225
Longitude
Demographic Data
ZIP code 18104 is located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, centered near Allentown, with a total population of 47,999 and a median age of 39.3. This is a urban community where 20.2% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 9,672 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 70.4% White, 7.1% Black/African American, 14.5% Hispanic/Latino, 8.4% 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 $94,279, 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 7.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. The median home value is $296,800 and median monthly rent is $1,620. Medicare beneficiaries in Lehigh 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.