Choose Country

Gordonville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Gordonville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 556. Residents earn $40,179 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
556 Population 585/sq mi density
$40,179 Median Income $19,708 per capita
$323,800 Home Value
$915 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$40,179 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$323,800 home value, $915/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,179
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $323,800
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $915
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population556
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density585/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans15.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,179
Per Capita$19,708
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute22 min

Housing

C
Home Value$323,800
Rent$915
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units197
Rent Burden47.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation408 ft (124 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband47.4%
Libraries17

Is Gordonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordonville receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gordonville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordonville is $40,179, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordonville is $323,800, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gordonville has a population of 556 with a density of 585 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

556
Total Population
585
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.7%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.3%
193% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gordonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordonville is $40,179, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Gordonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,179
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,708
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below 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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone65.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordonville is $323,800, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$323,800
15% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.9%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate1.96%
Gordonville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation408 ft (124 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density585/sq mi
Coordinates40.0211°N, 76.1365°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 47.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density585/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.4%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone65.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Paradise, PA 1,298 pop · 1.3 mi Intercourse, PA 1,506 pop · 1.9 mi Strasburg, PA 3,104 pop · 3.6 mi Leola, PA 8,107 pop · 5.7 mi New Holland, PA 5,743 pop · 6.1 mi Lampeter, PA 2,094 pop · 6.1 mi Gap, PA 2,297 pop · 6.5 mi Blue Ball, PA 1,234 pop · 7.6 mi Willow Street, PA 10,010 pop · 7.7 mi East Earl, PA 1,110 pop · 8.5 mi Quarryville, PA 2,846 pop · 8.8 mi Lancaster, PA 57,683 pop · 8.8 mi Atglen, PA 1,319 pop · 9.9 mi Akron, PA 4,133 pop · 10.1 mi
Compare Gordonville with another city: