Coatesville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Coatesville is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 13,323. Residents earn $57,323 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,323 Population 7,361/sq mi density
$57,323 Median Income $27,961 per capita
$160,500 Home Value $377,610 Zillow
$1,464 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
997 Violent Crime/100K 2,504 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$57,323 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,500 home value, $1,464/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
997 violent crimes/100K (162% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,323
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,500
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 997/100K
162% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,464
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population13,323
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density7,361/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 28%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,323
Per Capita$27,961
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$60,160M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,500
Rent$1,464
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$377,610

Crime

F
Violent997/100K
Property2,504/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault571/100K
Burglary715/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation355 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute26 min
EV Stations4
Libraries18

Is Coatesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coatesville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Coatesville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coatesville is $57,323, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coatesville is $160,500, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,464 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 997 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,504 per 100,000, 28% above the national average.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Coatesville 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 52.1 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Coatesville has a population of 13,323 with a density of 7,361 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (36.4%), with 27.6% White, 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

13,323
Total Population
7,361
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Coatesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.6%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.4%
60% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Coatesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coatesville is $57,323, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Coatesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,323
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,690
IRS Avg AGI$147,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above 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
Effective Tax Rate5.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Coatesville is $160,500, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,464 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $377,610.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,500
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$377,610
Median List Price$230,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$230,000
$/Sq Ft$158
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,464
26% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,945

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied35.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg
Effective Rate5.92%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Premature Death4,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access90.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,591
Coatesville has a violent crime rate of 997 per 100,000 residents, 162% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,504 per 100,000 (28% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent996.9/100K
162% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape7.6/100K
Robbery418.5/100K
Assault570.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,503.6/100K
28% above US avg
Burglary715.3/100K
Theft1,636.1/100K
Vehicle Theft152.2/100K
Arson15.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Coatesville 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. 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 Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation355 ft (108 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density7,361/sq mi
Coordinates39.9852°N, 75.8190°W
County FIPS42029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%
D 56.7%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+81.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,361/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
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 Commute25.5 min
Work from Home5.3%

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