Dunnstown, PA

Pennsylvania

Dunnstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,117. Residents earn $84,583 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,117 Population 1,362/sq mi density
$84,583 Median Income $39,696 per capita
$204,100 Home Value
$796 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$84,583 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$204,100 home value, $796/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,583
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $204,100
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.2%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,117
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density1,362/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,583
Per Capita$39,696
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$1,963M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,100
Rent$796
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation882 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.2%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Dunnstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunnstown receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Dunnstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunnstown is $84,583, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunnstown is $204,100, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunnstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dunnstown has a population of 1,117 with a density of 1,362 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

1,117
Total Population
1,362
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunnstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunnstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunnstown is $84,583, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dunnstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,583
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,696
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$60,855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)917
County GDP$1,963M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail130
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunnstown is $204,100, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,100
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% 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-Occupied95.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Premature Death8,572/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities95

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Dunnstown has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall29.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation882 ft (269 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,362/sq mi
Coordinates41.1501°N, 77.4207°W
County FIPS42035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 40.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.2%
19% above US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,362/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home14.7%

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