Emigsville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Emigsville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,942. Residents earn $68,299 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,942 Population 2,877/sq mi density
$68,299 Median Income $34,265 per capita
$196,600 Home Value
$1,372 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$68,299 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,600 home value, $1,372/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,299
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,600
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,372
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,942
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density2,877/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,299
Per Capita$34,265
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,600
Rent$1,372
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute24 min
Libraries17

Is Emigsville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emigsville is $68,299, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emigsville is $196,600, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,372 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Emigsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Emigsville has a population of 3,942 with a density of 2,877 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 4.2% Black.

Population

3,942
Total Population
2,877
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Emigsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emigsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emigsville is $68,299, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Emigsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,299
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,265
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Emigsville is $196,600, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,372 (18% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,600
30% below US avg
Median List Price$250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$250,000
$/Sq Ft$158
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,372
18% 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-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%

Health Metrics: Emigsville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Emigsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density2,877/sq mi
Coordinates40.0080°N, 76.7303°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,877/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home10.3%

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