Derry, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Derry is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,616. Residents earn $49,051 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,616 Population 3,397/sq mi density
$49,051 Median Income $29,908 per capita
$122,200 Home Value
$593 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
76 Violent Crime/100K 38 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$49,051 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,200 home value, $593/mo rent
F
Safety
1.4 / 5.0
76 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,051
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,200
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 76/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $593
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,616
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density3,397/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,051
Per Capita$29,908
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,200
Rent$593
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent76/100K
Property38/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault76/100K
Burglary38/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation1,179 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Derry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Derry receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Derry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Derry is $49,051, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Derry is $122,200, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $593 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Derry is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 38 per 100,000, 98% below the national average.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Derry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Derry has a population of 2,616 with a density of 3,397 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

2,616
Total Population
3,397
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Derry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Derry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Derry is $49,051, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Derry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,051
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,908
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Derry is $122,200, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $593 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,200
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$49
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$593
49% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate5.00%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Derry has a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 38 per 100,000 (98% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent76.1/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault76.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property38.0/100K
98% below US avg
Burglary38.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.4 / 5.0
Derry has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,179 ft (359 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density3,397/sq mi
Coordinates40.3334°N, 79.3011°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,397/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
F Safety Grade (1.4/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home6.7%

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