Adamstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Adamstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,387. Residents earn $102,375 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,387 Population 1,730/sq mi density
$102,375 Median Income $39,541 per capita
$263,000 Home Value $297,109 Zillow
$1,233 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,375 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$263,000 home value, $1,233/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,375
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $263,000
7% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,233
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

How Adamstown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,387
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density1,730/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,375
Per Capita$39,541
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$263,000
Rent$1,233
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,109
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property921/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary108/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation723 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.7%
Libraries17

Is Adamstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adamstown receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Adamstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adamstown is $102,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Adamstown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adamstown is $263,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,233 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Adamstown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 921 per 100,000, 53% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Adamstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Adamstown has a population of 2,387 with a density of 1,730 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 2.1% Black.

Population

2,387
Total Population
1,730
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Adamstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adamstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adamstown is $102,375, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Adamstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,375
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,541
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Adamstown is $263,000, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,233 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,109.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,000
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$297,109
Median List Price$284,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$284,900
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,233
6% above US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%

Health Metrics: Adamstown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Adamstown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 921 per 100,000 (53% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Adamstown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property920.9/100K
53% below US avg
Burglary108.3/100K
Theft758.4/100K
Vehicle Theft54.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Adamstown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation723 ft (220 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,730/sq mi
Coordinates40.2445°N, 76.0647°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,730/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.9%

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