East York, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

East York is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 8,868. Residents earn $83,030 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
8,868 Population 3,190/sq mi density
$83,030 Median Income $41,585 per capita
$221,800 Home Value
$1,323 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$83,030 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,800 home value, $1,323/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,030
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,800
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,323
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,868
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3,190/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,030
Per Capita$41,585
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,800
Rent$1,323
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Elevation450 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute24 min
Libraries14

Is East York a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East York receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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 York 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 York is $83,030, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East York is $221,800, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,323 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East York experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East York has a population of 8,868 with a density of 3,190 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.1%), with 2% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.

Population

8,868
Total Population
3,190
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

East York vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East York vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East York is $83,030, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: East York vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,030
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,585
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in East York is $221,800, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,323 (14% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,800
21% below US avg
Median List Price$324,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$324,500
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio101.9%
Price Drops62.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,323
14% above 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-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Premature Death7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,029

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

East York has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation450 ft (137 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density3,190/sq mi
Coordinates39.9687°N, 76.6755°W
County FIPS42133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,190/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home12.5%

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