16602 — Altoona, PA Home Values
Typical home value $141,152 as of June 2026 · 11th of 11 in Altoona, PA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 16602, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 16602 compares in the Altoona, PA area
ZIP code 16602 (Altoona, PA) has a typical home value of $141,152 as of June 2026, ranking 11th of 11 ZIP codes tracked in the Altoona, PA area, more expensive than about 9% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +5.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +17.7%, from $119,895 in June 2021 to $141,152 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 9.6× the annual rent ($1,228/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 16602 has a population of 27,014, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 89.5% White, 4% two or more races, 3.8% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baker El Sch | 108 W Ward Ave, Altoona, PA | 0.6 mi |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch | 310 Cayuga Avenue, Altoona, PA | 0.7 mi |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS | 5580 Goods Lane, Altoona, PA | 1.3 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 16602?
$141,152 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 16602 an expensive ZIP code in the Altoona, PA area?
16602 ranks 11th of 11 ZIP codes in the Altoona, PA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 9% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 16602 changed over the past year?
+5.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 16602?
The typical home price is 9.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,228/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 16602?
27,014, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 16602?
Baker El Sch (0.6 mi), Pleasant Valley El Sch (0.7 mi), Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS (1.3 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 16602?
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.