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Fredericktown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Fredericktown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 555. Residents earn $133,782 per year, which is 78% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
555 Population 572/sq mi density
$133,782 Median Income $43,714 per capita
$232,700 Home Value
$838 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$133,782 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$232,700 home value, $838/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,782
78% higher than US avg
Home Value $232,700
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.2%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population555
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density572/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,782
Per Capita$43,714
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$232,700
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden28.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,126 ft (343 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.2%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+54.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries14

Is Fredericktown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fredericktown receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Fredericktown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fredericktown is $133,782, which is significantly higher than the national average — 78% above $75,149. This places Fredericktown among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fredericktown is $232,700, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fredericktown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fredericktown has a population of 555 with a density of 572 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

555
Total Population
572
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fredericktown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fredericktown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fredericktown is $133,782, which is 78% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Fredericktown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,782
78% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,714
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fredericktown is $232,700, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,700
17% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
Fredericktown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°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

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,126 ft (343 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density572/sq mi
Coordinates40.0019°N, 80.0092°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.2%
28% above US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+54.8%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density572/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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