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Gouglersville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Gouglersville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 662.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
662 Population 483/sq mi density
$257,500 Home Value
$1,188 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $257,500
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population662
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density483/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,497
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$257,500
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units228
Rent Burden13.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation700 ft (213 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries17

Is Gouglersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gouglersville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Gouglersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gouglersville is $257,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month.

Education

28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gouglersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gouglersville has a population of 662 with a density of 483 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

662
Total Population
483
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gouglersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gouglersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gouglersville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Gouglersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,497
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% 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 Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gouglersville is $257,500, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,500
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%
Housing Units228
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
Gouglersville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 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) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation700 ft (213 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density483/sq mi
Coordinates40.2704°N, 76.0188°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.2%
16% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density483/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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