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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 78.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 21.4% |
| 60% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,323 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,961 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,690 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $147,173 |
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16,598 |
| County GDP | $60,160M |
| Restaurants | 1,045 |
| Healthcare | 1,591 |
| Retail | 1,361 |
| Manufacturing | 520 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,504 |
| 172% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.92% |
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
| Census Median | $160,500 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $377,610 |
| Median List Price | $230,000 |
| Median List Price | $230,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $158 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 9 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,464 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,945 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 35.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,504 |
| 172% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.92% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.0% |
| Premature Death | 4,898/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,591 |
| Total Violent | 996.9/100K |
| 162% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 7.6/100K |
| Robbery | 418.5/100K |
| Assault | 570.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,503.6/100K |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 715.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,636.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 152.2/100K |
| Arson | 15.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.1 inches |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 31.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 355 ft (108 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,361/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9852°N, 75.8190°W |
| County FIPS | 42029 |
Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,361/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 18 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,591 |
| Restaurants | 1,045 |
| Retail Stores | 1,361 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
| Avg Commute | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |