Biglerville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Biglerville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,194. Residents earn $51,000 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,194 Population 1,837/sq mi density
$51,000 Median Income $29,951 per capita
$212,800 Home Value $300,525 Zillow
$849 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$51,000 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$212,800 home value, $849/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,000
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $212,800
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $849
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,194
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,837/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,000
Per Capita$29,951
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$4,729M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$212,800
Rent$849
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,525

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property834/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation636 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Libraries6

Is Biglerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biglerville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Biglerville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Biglerville is $51,000, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Biglerville is $212,800, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $849 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Biglerville 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 834 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.

Education

22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Biglerville 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 45.3 inches, including 27.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Biglerville has a population of 1,194 with a density of 1,837 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 5.1% Black.

Population

1,194
Total Population
1,837
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Biglerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.4%
0% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Biglerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biglerville is $51,000, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Biglerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,000
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,951
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$75,220

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,237
County GDP$4,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare165
Retail307
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Biglerville is $212,800, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $849 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,525.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,800
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$300,525
Median List Price$372,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$372,400
$/Sq Ft$92
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$849
27% below 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-Occupied63.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Premature Death6,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.2%
Healthcare Facilities165
Biglerville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 834 per 100,000 (57% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Biglerville 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 Property834.0/100K
57% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft667.2/100K
Vehicle Theft166.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Biglerville 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 45.3 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 Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall27.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,837/sq mi
Coordinates39.9295°N, 77.2468°W
County FIPS42001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.8%
32% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,837/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities165
Restaurants225
Retail Stores307

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home4.9%

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