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Christiana, PA

Pennsylvania · Chester County · Metropolitan Area

Christiana is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 946. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
946 Population 1,785/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $38,002 per capita
$221,300 Home Value $405,376 Zillow
$1,233 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
86 Violent Crime/100K 1,289 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,300 home value, $1,233/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
86 violent crimes/100K (77% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,300
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 86/100K
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,233
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population946
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density1,785/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$38,002
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$60,160M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,300
Rent$1,233
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$405,376
Housing Units348
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

F
Violent86/100K
Property1,289/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault86/100K
Burglary515/100K

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries18

Is Christiana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Christiana receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Christiana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Christiana is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Christiana is $221,300, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,233 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Christiana is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 86 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,289 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Christiana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Christiana has a population of 946 with a density of 1,785 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

946
Total Population
1,785
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Christiana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Christiana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Christiana is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Christiana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,002
Avg Weekly Wage$1,690
IRS Avg AGI$147,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,598
County GDP$60,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,045
Healthcare1,591
Retail1,361
Manufacturing520

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Christiana is $221,300, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,233 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $405,376.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,300
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$405,376
Median List Price$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,000
$/Sq Ft$112
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,233
6% above US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%
Housing Units348
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
Christiana has a violent crime rate of 86 per 100,000 residents, 77% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,289 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Christiana vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent85.9/100K
77% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault85.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,288.7/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary515.5/100K
Theft773.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Christiana 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 52.1 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,785/sq mi
Coordinates39.9545°N, 75.9973°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyChester County County
County FIPS42029
Christiana is located in Chester County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%
D 56.7%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,785/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyChester County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,591
Restaurants1,045
Retail Stores1,361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home5.5%

Nearby Cities

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