Medicare in ZIP Code 

18248

 — 

Pine Grove

County: 
Schuylkill
Last Updated:  
Suburban
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516

Population

40.902

Latitude

-76.1188

Longitude

Key Points

  • ZIP 18248 is located in , Pennsylvania, a urban community with 516 total residents and a an aging community.
  • 19.8% of residents are 65 or older—that's 102 seniors in this area. This percentage is significantly higher than the national average of 17%.
  • Median household income is $57,778, near the national average. You should compare Original Medicare with Medigap supplemental coverage against Medicare Advantage plans that offer $0 or low premiums.
  • Pennsylvania's SHIP program provides free counseling to help you understand all available Medicare options including Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medigap supplements for .
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Demographic Data

ZIP code 18248 is located in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, centered near Pine Grove, with a total population of 516 and a median age of 38.5. This is a suburban community where 19.8% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 102 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 98.4% White, 6.8% Hispanic/Latino. About 37.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Economic Metrics

The median household income is $57,778, 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 52.4%, a significant portion of residents may qualify for dual eligibility (Medicare and Medicaid), which provides additional benefits including dental, vision, and transportation assistance. The median home value is $107,600. Medicare beneficiaries in Schuylkill 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

ZIP 18248 in , PA is home to 516 residents with a an aging population. About 19.8% are 65 or older, moderately above the 17% national average. Median income of $57,778 means you might choose Original Medicare with Medigap, or select a Medicare Advantage plan with lower or no premiums.

Open Enrollment (October 15-December 7) is your chance to review and change your Medicare plan. Pennsylvania SHIP provides completely free, unbiased counseling to help you understand Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, and Medigap supplements available in your area. Make your choice based on your personal healthcare needs, preferred doctors, and your budget.