Fountain Hill, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lehigh County County
Fountain Hill, PA
At a Glance
How Fountain Hill Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fountain Hill's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fountain Hill a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fountain Hill residents earn a median household income of $54,615 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,896. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,954 business establishments, including 801 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fountain Hill is $223,600 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $267,182. Median rent is $1,026/month, with 31.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1945.
Safety & Crime
Fountain Hill reports 84 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 752/100K.
Education
21.7% of adults in Fountain Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fountain Hill has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.