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Cambridge, PA

Pennsylvania · Berks County · Metropolitan Area

Cambridge is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 623.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
623 Population 700/sq mi density
$248,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $248,000
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population623
Median Age19.3 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,795
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute42 min

Housing

Home Value$248,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation717 ft (219 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+44.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute42 min
Broadband35.9%
Libraries25

Is Cambridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cambridge receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Cambridge faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cambridge is $248,000, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cambridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cambridge has a population of 623 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 19.3 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

623
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
19.3yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cambridge is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Cambridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,795
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Drive Alone6.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cambridge is $248,000, 12% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$248,000
12% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
Cambridge has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation717 ft (219 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates40.0810°N, 75.9435°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBerks County County
County FIPS42011
Cambridge is located in Berks County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 35.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+44.1%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountyBerks County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.9%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Drive Alone6.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.4%

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