Guilford, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Guilford is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,673. Residents earn $121,112 per year, which is 61% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,673 Population 2,370/sq mi density
$121,112 Median Income $45,086 per capita
$270,800 Home Value
$1,135 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$121,112 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$270,800 home value, $1,135/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,112
61% higher than US avg
Home Value $270,800
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,135
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,673
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density2,370/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,112
Per Capita$45,086
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$8,379M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$270,800
Rent$1,135
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation773 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Libraries8

Is Guilford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guilford receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Guilford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guilford is $121,112, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places Guilford among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guilford is $270,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Guilford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Guilford has a population of 3,673 with a density of 2,370 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%).

Population

3,673
Total Population
2,370
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Guilford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.9%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guilford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guilford is $121,112, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Guilford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,112
61% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,086
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$69,390

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,466
County GDP$8,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants288
Healthcare343
Retail454
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Guilford is $270,800, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,800
4% below US avg
Median List Price$495,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$495,000
$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,135
2% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.84%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Premature Death7,611/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.4%
Healthcare Facilities343

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Guilford has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation773 ft (236 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density2,370/sq mi
Coordinates39.9173°N, 77.5995°W
County FIPS42055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.3%
10% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,370/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities343
Restaurants288
Retail Stores454

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home9.2%

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