Highspire, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Dauphin County County
Highspire, PA
At a Glance
How Highspire Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Highspire's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Highspire a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Highspire residents earn a median household income of $50,689 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,650. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,552 business establishments, including 716 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Highspire is $113,500 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $193,205. Median rent is $993/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Highspire reports 296 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,479/100K.
Education
12.8% of adults in Highspire hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Highspire has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.