Catasauqua, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lehigh County County
Catasauqua, PA
At a Glance
How Catasauqua Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Catasauqua's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Catasauqua a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Catasauqua residents earn a median household income of $74,363 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,589. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,954 business establishments, including 801 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Catasauqua is $201,600 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $290,051. Median rent is $1,130/month, with 32.5% 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 1946.
Safety & Crime
Catasauqua reports 155 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,193/100K.
Education
32.5% of adults in Catasauqua hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below the national average). 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Catasauqua has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.