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East Smithfield, PA

Pennsylvania

East Smithfield is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 336. Residents earn $80,938 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
336 Population 224/sq mi density
$80,938 Median Income $25,390 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,075 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$80,938 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,075/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,938
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,075
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population336
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,938
Per Capita$25,390
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$6,798M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,075
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,336 ft (407 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband81.7%
Libraries10

Is East Smithfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Smithfield receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. East Smithfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Smithfield is $80,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Smithfield is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,075 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Smithfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 42.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Smithfield has a population of 336 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

336
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

East Smithfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

East Smithfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Smithfield is $80,938, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: East Smithfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,938
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,390
Avg Weekly Wage$1,156
IRS Avg AGI$73,160

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,525
County GDP$6,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare150
Retail235
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,894
40% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone50.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Smithfield is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,075 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,075
8% below US avg
Rent Burden14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,894
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
East Smithfield has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall42.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,336 ft (407 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates41.8691°N, 76.6306°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants116
Retail Stores235

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone50.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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