Emsworth, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Emsworth is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,458. Residents earn $65,435 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,458 Population 4,312/sq mi density
$65,435 Median Income $36,233 per capita
$177,300 Home Value
$993 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,435 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,300 home value, $993/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,435
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,300
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.5%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $993
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,458
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density4,312/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,435
Per Capita$36,233
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,300
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,638/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary41/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation797 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.5%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Libraries11

Is Emsworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emsworth receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Emsworth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emsworth is $65,435, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emsworth is $177,300, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Emsworth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,638 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Emsworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Emsworth has a population of 2,458 with a density of 4,312 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 7.4% Black.

Population

2,458
Total Population
4,312
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Emsworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emsworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emsworth is $65,435, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Emsworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,435
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,233
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Emsworth is $177,300, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,300
37% below US avg
Median List Price$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,000
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$993
15% below 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-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate3.15%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Premature Death9,406/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities472
Emsworth has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,638 per 100,000 (16% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,638.0/100K
16% below US avg
Burglary41.0/100K
Theft1,597.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Emsworth has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation797 ft (243 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density4,312/sq mi
Coordinates40.5109°N, 80.0962°W
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.5%
26% above US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,312/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home20.0%

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