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Douglassville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Douglassville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 322.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
322 Population 495/sq mi density
$471,700 Home Value
$1,244 Median Rent 49.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
36.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $471,700
67% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.9%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,244
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age73.8 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,673
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$471,700
Rent$1,244
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units324
Rent Burden49.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation176 ft (54 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+10.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute34 min
Broadband53.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries25

Is Douglassville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Douglassville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Douglassville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Douglassville is $471,700, making it a premium housing market at 67% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,244 per month.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Douglassville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Douglassville has a population of 322 with a density of 495 people per square mile. The median age is 73.8 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 6.2% Black.

Population

322
Total Population
495
People / sq mi
73.8yrs
Median Age
90% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Douglassville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Douglassville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Douglassville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Douglassville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,673
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone46.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Douglassville is $471,700, 67% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,244 (7% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$471,700
67% above US avg
Median List Price$260,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$260,000
$/Sq Ft$246
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,244
7% above US avg
Rent Burden49.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied23.0%
Housing Units324
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
Douglassville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation176 ft (54 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density495/sq mi
Coordinates40.2599°N, 75.7242°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 53.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.9%
9% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density495/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone46.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.0%

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