East Washington, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

East Washington is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,658. Residents earn $80,556 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,658 Population 3,684/sq mi density
$80,556 Median Income $44,263 per capita
$249,100 Home Value
$918 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,556 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$249,100 home value, $918/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
45.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,556
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $249,100
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.8%
36% higher than US avg
Median Rent $918
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,658
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density3,684/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,556
Per Capita$44,263
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$249,100
Rent$918
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.8%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute21 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries14

Is East Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Washington receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. East Washington 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 Washington is $80,556, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Washington is $249,100, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $918 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Washington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Washington has a population of 1,658 with a density of 3,684 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 4.5% Black.

Population

1,658
Total Population
3,684
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

East Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Washington is $80,556, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: East Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,556
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,263
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in East Washington is $249,100, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $918 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,100
12% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$86
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$918
21% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

East Washington has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,143 ft (348 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density3,684/sq mi
Coordinates40.1744°N, 80.2324°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 45.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.8%
36% above US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,684/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home7.1%

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