Medicare in ZIP Code
18976
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Doylestown
21942
Population
40.2464
Latitude
-75.1354
Longitude
Demographic Data
ZIP code 18976 is located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with a total population of 21,942 and a median age of 45.5. This is a urban community where 22.7% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 4,973 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 79.8% White, 3.1% Black/African American, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, 10.6% Asian. The community is highly educated, with 51.9% 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 $119,237, 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 4.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. The median home value is $502,200 and median monthly rent is $1,643. 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.