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17724

Medicare in ZIP Code 

17724

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Towanda

County: 
Bradford
Last Updated:  
Rural
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4721

Population

41.6538

Latitude

-76.8582

Longitude

Key Points

  • ZIP 17724 has 4,721 residents with 20.8% age 65+ (984 seniors), above the 17% national average.
  • Median income is $55,839,. Check if you qualify for Extra Help and Medicare Savings Programs to reduce healthcare costs.
  • Home values average $168,900; rent around $730/month. Budget housing and healthcare together when choosing Original Medicare plus Medigap versus Medicare Advantage.
  • Open Enrollment runs October 15–December 7 each year. Call Pennsylvania SHIP during this window for free help comparing Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medigap plans without sales pressure.
  • Original Medicare with Medigap gives broad provider access; Medicare Advantage offers $0 premiums with network restrictions. Choose based on your doctor preferences and budget.
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Demographic Data

ZIP code 17724 is located in Bradford County, Pennsylvania, centered near Towanda, with a total population of 4,721 and a median age of 40.4. This is a rural community where 20.8% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 984 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 96.6% White, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino. Approximately 11.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — SHIP counselors and community health workers can help residents navigate Medicare enrollment and plan choices.

Economic Metrics

The median household income is $55,839, below the national median. Lower-income Medicare beneficiaries may qualify for Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs) that help pay Part B premiums, or Extra Help (Low-Income Subsidy) to reduce Part D prescription drug costs. With a poverty rate of 15.0%, a significant portion of residents may qualify for dual eligibility (Medicare and Medicaid), which provides additional benefits including dental, vision, and transportation assistance. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. The median home value is $168,900 and median monthly rent is $730. Medicare beneficiaries in Bradford 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.

Interactive Tools / Medicare Calculators

Decision area Tool What it answers
Enrollment Initial Enrollment Period Calculator When your 7-month Medicare eligibility window begins and ends based on your 65th birthday
Enrollment When Should I Sign Up for Medicare? The best time to enroll based on your work status, other coverage, and age
Enrollment Special Enrollment Period Checker Whether a life event qualifies you for enrollment outside the standard windows
Enrollment Late Enrollment Penalty Checker How much extra you'll pay monthly if you missed your enrollment window
Enrollment Part B Penalty Calculator The exact 10%-per-year premium increase for delayed Part B enrollment
Enrollment Part D Penalty Calculator The 1%-per-month premium increase for gaps in creditable drug coverage
Costs Cost Scenario Planner Estimated annual spending across plan types at different health utilization levels
Costs Advantage vs. Medigap Cost Comparison True cost difference between Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare with Medigap
Costs IRMAA Calculator Whether your income triggers higher Part B and Part D premiums
Costs Part A Premium Estimator Your monthly Part A premium based on work history and quarters of coverage
Costs M3P Calculator How the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan smooths your drug costs into monthly payments
Coverage Doctor & Drug Assessment Whether your providers and prescriptions are covered by a specific plan
Coverage Part D Shopping Tool Which Part D plan has the lowest total annual cost for your specific medications
Coverage Travel & Network Risk Assessment How your coverage works outside your home area and which plan types travel best
Employer/COBRA COBRA vs. Medicare Why COBRA can trigger permanent Medicare penalties and how costs compare
Employer/COBRA Employer Coverage vs. Medicare Whether your employer plan or Medicare is primary and when to transition
Employer/COBRA HSA & Medicare Compatibility How Medicare enrollment affects HSA eligibility and what to do before enrolling
Planning Caregiver Readiness Checklist Whether you have everything in place to help a loved one with Medicare decisions
Planning Document Gatherer Which documents you need to have ready before enrolling or changing plans
Planning Medigap Fit Assessment Whether Medigap or Medicare Advantage is the better fit for how you use healthcare
Planning Medigap Open Enrollment Window Whether you're inside your one-time guaranteed issue window for Medigap
Planning Medicare Savings Program Eligibility Whether your income qualifies you for help paying Medicare premiums and cost-sharing
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Key Takeaways

The Towanda area has 20.8% of residents age 65 and older. Median household income is $55,839,. Residents should explore whether they qualify for Extra Help and Medicare Savings Programs to reduce healthcare costs. When choosing between Original Medicare with supplemental Medigap and Medicare Advantage, consider both your provider preferences and budget.

Your Medicare coverage selection affects your healthcare access and out-of-pocket expenses throughout the year. With housing costs to manage, choose a plan you can afford long-term. Pennsylvania SHIP provides free, unbiased counseling during Open Enrollment (October 15–December 7) to help you compare plans, understand coverage options, and select the best plan for your health needs and financial situation.

‍CMS TPMO Compliance Disclaimer: We do not offer every plan available in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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‍Data & Methodology for Research Articles: All provider, facility, quality star ratings, and enrollment data is sourced from primary CMS records (cms.gov), including the December 2025 CPSC Enrollment files and the January 2026 Provider Data Catalog. Calculations for patient-to-provider ratios are performed using indexed clinician and facility data. Everything on restingsycamore.com is for educational purposes and does not constitute an endorsement of any specific plan or provider.

Non-CMS Data Sources: Some  specific data was obtained from https://opendata.gov