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Bernville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bernville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 817. Residents earn $88,958 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
817 Population 1,900/sq mi density
$88,958 Median Income $37,075 per capita
$220,900 Home Value $386,671 Zillow
$1,098 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$88,958 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,900 home value, $1,098/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,958
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,900
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.7%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,098
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population817
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density1,900/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,958
Per Capita$37,075
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,900
Rent$1,098
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$386,671
Housing Units321
Rent Burden19.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation329 ft (100 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband83.6%
Libraries6

Is Bernville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bernville receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Bernville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bernville is $88,958, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bernville is $220,900, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,098 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bernville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bernville has a population of 817 with a density of 1,900 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

817
Total Population
1,900
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bernville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bernville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bernville is $88,958, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Bernville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,958
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,075
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bernville is $220,900, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,098 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $386,671.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,900
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$386,671
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,098
6% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.9%
Housing Units321
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
Bernville 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. 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) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation329 ft (100 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,900/sq mi
Coordinates40.4338°N, 76.1112°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,900/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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