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Bird-in-Hand, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bird-in-Hand is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 670.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
670 Population 1,196/sq mi density
$244,700 Home Value
$1,701 Median Rent 36.2% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $244,700
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,701
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

How Bird-in-Hand Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population670
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density1,196/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,827
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$244,700
Rent$1,701
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units215
Rent Burden36.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation350 ft (107 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute33 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries17

Is Bird-in-Hand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bird-in-Hand receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bird-in-Hand faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. 11.2% 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 Bird-in-Hand is $244,700, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,701 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bird-in-Hand experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bird-in-Hand has a population of 670 with a density of 1,196 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%).

Population

670
Total Population
1,196
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Bird-in-Hand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bird-in-Hand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bird-in-Hand is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Bird-in-Hand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,827
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bird-in-Hand is $244,700, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,701 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,700
13% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$387
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio74.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,701
46% above US avg
Rent Burden36.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied45.9%
Housing Units215
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
Bird-in-Hand has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation350 ft (107 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,196/sq mi
Coordinates40.0367°N, 76.1895°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,196/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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