East Berwick, PA

Pennsylvania

East Berwick is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,436. Residents earn $95,100 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,436 Population 2,677/sq mi density
$95,100 Median Income $44,219 per capita
$191,400 Home Value
$1,106 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,100 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,400 home value, $1,106/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,100
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $191,400
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.1%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,106
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,436
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density2,677/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,100
Per Capita$44,219
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,400
Rent$1,106
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation598 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute20 min
Libraries4

Is East Berwick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Berwick 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, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. East Berwick stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Berwick is $95,100, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Berwick is $191,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,106 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Berwick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Berwick has a population of 2,436 with a density of 2,677 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%).

Population

2,436
Total Population
2,677
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Berwick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Berwick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Berwick is $95,100, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: East Berwick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,100
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,219
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home24.2%

Walkability

The median home value in East Berwick is $191,400, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,106 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,400
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,106
5% 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-Occupied90.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%

Health Metrics: East Berwick vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Premature Death8,535/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities191

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

East Berwick has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation598 ft (182 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density2,677/sq mi
Coordinates41.0697°N, 76.2174°W
County FIPS42037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,677/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home24.2%

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