16601 — Altoona, PA Home Values
Typical home value $149,946 as of June 2026 · 10th of 11 in Altoona, PA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 16601, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 16601 compares in the Altoona, PA area
ZIP code 16601 (Altoona, PA) has a typical home value of $149,946 as of June 2026, ranking 10th of 11 ZIP codes tracked in the Altoona, PA area, more expensive than about 18% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +13.7%, from $131,922 in June 2021 to $149,946 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 13.2× the annual rent ($947/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Altoona, PA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Altoona.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 16601 has a population of 33,426, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 91.3% White, 3.8% two or more races, 2.7% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.2% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Juniata El Sch | 418 N 8th Ave Juniata, Altoona, PA | 1.3 mi |
| Logan El Sch | 301 Sycamore Street Greenwood, Altoona, PA | 1.6 mi |
| Irving El Sch | 110 Cherry Ave, Altoona, PA | 2.1 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 16601?
$149,946 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 16601 an expensive ZIP code in the Altoona, PA area?
16601 ranks 10th of 11 ZIP codes in the Altoona, PA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 18% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 16601 changed over the past year?
+4.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 16601?
The typical home price is 13.2× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($947/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 16601?
33,426, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 16601?
Juniata El Sch (1.3 mi), Logan El Sch (1.6 mi), Irving El Sch (2.1 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 16601?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Altoona, PA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.