Dillsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Dillsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,638. Residents earn $80,977 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,638 Population 3,257/sq mi density
$80,977 Median Income $36,380 per capita
$206,100 Home Value $366,621 Zillow
$964 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$80,977 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$206,100 home value, $964/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,977
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $206,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $964
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,638
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density3,257/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,977
Per Capita$36,380
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$206,100
Rent$964
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,621

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation572 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Dillsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dillsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dillsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dillsburg is $80,977, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dillsburg is $206,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $964 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.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dillsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dillsburg has a population of 2,638 with a density of 3,257 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%).

Population

2,638
Total Population
3,257
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Dillsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dillsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dillsburg is $80,977, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Dillsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,977
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,380
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dillsburg is $206,100, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $964 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,621.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,100
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,621
Median List Price$44,777

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$44,777
$/Sq Ft$67
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$964
17% 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-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Rate2.87%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Premature Death5,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities836

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Dillsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation572 ft (174 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density3,257/sq mi
Coordinates40.1115°N, 77.0325°W
County FIPS42041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,257/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home10.9%

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