Enola, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Enola is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,913. Residents earn $68,131 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
5,913 Population 3,673/sq mi density
$68,131 Median Income $37,476 per capita
$163,900 Home Value $295,076 Zillow
$1,098 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$68,131 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,900 home value, $1,098/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,131
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,098
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,913
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density3,673/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,131
Per Capita$37,476
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,900
Rent$1,098
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$295,076

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation426 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute20 min
EV Stations6
Libraries10

Is Enola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Enola receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Enola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Enola is $68,131, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Enola is $163,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,098 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Enola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Enola has a population of 5,913 with a density of 3,673 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 7.8% Black.

Population

5,913
Total Population
3,673
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Enola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Enola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Enola is $68,131, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Enola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,131
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,476
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Enola is $163,900, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,098 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,076.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,900
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,076
Median List Price$244,818

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$244,818
$/Sq Ft$182
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,098
6% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,734

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.79%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Enola has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation426 ft (130 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density3,673/sq mi
Coordinates40.2906°N, 76.9355°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,673/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home12.5%

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