Atglen, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Atglen is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,319. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,319 Population 1,499/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $37,534 per capita
$289,900 Home Value $407,197 Zillow
$1,183 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$289,900 home value, $1,183/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $289,900
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.4%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,183
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,319
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density1,499/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$37,534
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$60,160M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$289,900
Rent$1,183
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$407,197

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation489 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.4%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute29 min
Libraries18

Is Atglen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atglen receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Atglen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atglen is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Atglen among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atglen is $289,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Atglen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Atglen has a population of 1,319 with a density of 1,499 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 10.1% Black.

Population

1,319
Total Population
1,499
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Atglen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atglen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atglen is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Atglen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,534
Avg Weekly Wage$1,690
IRS Avg AGI$147,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)16,598
County GDP$60,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,045
Healthcare1,591
Retail1,361
Manufacturing520

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Atglen is $289,900, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $407,197.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,900
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$407,197

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$181
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg
Effective Rate3.28%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Premature Death4,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access90.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,591

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Atglen has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,499/sq mi
Coordinates39.9475°N, 75.9750°W
County FIPS42029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%
D 56.7%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.4%
1% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,499/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,591
Restaurants1,045
Retail Stores1,361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home15.9%

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