Hatfield, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hatfield is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,486. Residents earn $72,070 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,486 Population 5,447/sq mi density
$72,070 Median Income $36,440 per capita
$329,400 Home Value $463,503 Zillow
$1,264 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,070 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$329,400 home value, $1,264/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,070
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $329,400
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.0%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,264
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,486
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density5,447/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,070
Per Capita$36,440
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$329,400
Rent$1,264
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$463,503

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation334 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.0%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute22 min
EV Stations2
Libraries37

Is Hatfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hatfield receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hatfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hatfield is $72,070, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.0% 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 Hatfield is $329,400, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,264 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hatfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hatfield has a population of 3,486 with a density of 5,447 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.5%), with 6.3% Black.

Population

3,486
Total Population
5,447
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hatfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.6%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.4%
127% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hatfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hatfield is $72,070, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hatfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,070
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,440
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hatfield is $329,400, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,264 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $463,503.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,400
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$463,503

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,264
9% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,681

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Hatfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation334 ft (102 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density5,447/sq mi
Coordinates40.2771°N, 75.2989°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.0%
10% above US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,447/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home13.3%

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