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Bechtelsville, PA
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Bechtelsville, PA
At a Glance
How Bechtelsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bechtelsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bechtelsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bechtelsville residents earn a median household income of $83,229 , which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,821. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,917 business establishments, including 774 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bechtelsville is $232,100 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,372. Median rent is $1,222/month, with 35.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Bechtelsville reports 99 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,128/100K.
Education
23.6% of adults in Bechtelsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bechtelsville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.