Heidelberg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Heidelberg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,185. Residents earn $64,804 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,185 Population 4,086/sq mi density
$64,804 Median Income $51,490 per capita
$157,900 Home Value $183,997 Zillow
$939 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
161 Violent Crime/100K 322 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$64,804 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,900 home value, $939/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
161 violent crimes/100K (58% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,804
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,900
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 161/100K
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $939
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,185
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density4,086/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,804
Per Capita$51,490
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,900
Rent$939
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,997

Crime

F
Violent161/100K
Property322/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault161/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation837 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Heidelberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heidelberg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Heidelberg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heidelberg is $64,804, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% 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 Heidelberg is $157,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $939 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Heidelberg is below the national average at 161 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 322 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Heidelberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Heidelberg has a population of 1,185 with a density of 4,086 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

1,185
Total Population
4,086
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Heidelberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Heidelberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heidelberg is $64,804, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Heidelberg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,804
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$51,490
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Heidelberg is $157,900, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $939 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,997.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,900
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,997

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$939
19% 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-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711
Heidelberg has a violent crime rate of 161 per 100,000 residents, 58% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 322 per 100,000 (84% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent160.8/100K
58% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault160.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property321.5/100K
84% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft321.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Heidelberg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density4,086/sq mi
Coordinates40.3915°N, 80.0922°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,086/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home13.4%

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