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Ehrenfeld, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Ehrenfeld is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 181. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
181 Population 421/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $23,449 per capita
$67,500 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$23,449
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty22.0%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,800 ft (549 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute23 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries14

Is Ehrenfeld a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ehrenfeld receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ehrenfeld offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ehrenfeld is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ehrenfeld is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ehrenfeld experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ehrenfeld has a population of 181 with a density of 421 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

181
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ehrenfeld vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ehrenfeld vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ehrenfeld is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Ehrenfeld vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,449
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ehrenfeld is $67,500, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.9%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.89%
Ehrenfeld has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,800 ft (549 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates40.3752°N, 78.7773°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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