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Beavertown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Beavertown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 806. Residents earn $66,042 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
806 Population 13,433/sq mi density
$66,042 Median Income $29,012 per capita
$148,800 Home Value $208,987 Zillow
$803 Median Rent 29.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,042 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,800 home value, $803/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,042
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,800
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $803
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population806
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density13,433/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,042
Per Capita$29,012
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,800
Rent$803
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,987
Housing Units8
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute33 min
Broadband6.0%
Libraries8

Is Beavertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beavertown receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Beavertown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beavertown is $66,042, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beavertown is $148,800, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Beavertown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Beavertown has a population of 806 with a density of 13,433 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%).

Population

806
Total Population
13,433
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Beavertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beavertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beavertown is $66,042, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Beavertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,042
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,012
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Beavertown is $148,800, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,987.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,800
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,987

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below US avg
Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%
Housing Units8
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
Beavertown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density13,433/sq mi
Coordinates40.3736°N, 78.2371°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density13,433/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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