Alburtis, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Alburtis is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,586. Residents earn $102,946 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,586 Population 3,642/sq mi density
$102,946 Median Income $37,268 per capita
$242,300 Home Value $354,794 Zillow
$1,816 Median Rent 33.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$102,946 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$242,300 home value, $1,816/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,946
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $242,300
14% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.3%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,816
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,586
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density3,642/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$102,946
Per Capita$37,268
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$31,739M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,300
Rent$1,816
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$354,794
Rent Burden33.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property671/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary84/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Elevation534 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.3%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries9

Is Alburtis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alburtis receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Alburtis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alburtis is $102,946, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Alburtis among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alburtis is $242,300, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,816 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Alburtis 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 671 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Alburtis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Alburtis has a population of 2,586 with a density of 3,642 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.6%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

2,586
Total Population
3,642
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Alburtis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Alburtis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alburtis is $102,946, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Alburtis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,946
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,268
Avg Weekly Wage$1,352
IRS Avg AGI$79,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,954
County GDP$31,739M

Business (County)

Restaurants801
Healthcare1,107
Retail1,187
Manufacturing349

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Alburtis is $242,300, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,816 (56% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $354,794.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,300
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$354,794
Median List Price$359,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$359,900
$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,816
56% above US avg
Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Premature Death7,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Alburtis has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 671 per 100,000 (66% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Alburtis 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 Property671.1/100K
66% below US avg
Burglary83.9/100K
Theft545.3/100K
Vehicle Theft42.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Alburtis has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation534 ft (163 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density3,642/sq mi
Coordinates40.5066°N, 75.6002°W
County FIPS42077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 39.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.3%
17% above US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,642/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Restaurants801
Retail Stores1,187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

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