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Hinkletown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hinkletown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 238. Residents earn $61,667 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
238 Population 298/sq mi density
$61,667 Median Income $37,418 per capita
$1,277 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$61,667 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$1,277/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,667
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,277
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population238
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density298/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,667
Per Capita$37,418
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,277
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden25.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation386 ft (118 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+34.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute17 min
Broadband15.9%
Libraries17

Is Hinkletown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hinkletown receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hinkletown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hinkletown is $61,667, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,277 per month.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hinkletown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hinkletown has a population of 238 with a density of 298 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

238
Total Population
298
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hinkletown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hinkletown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hinkletown is $61,667, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hinkletown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,667
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,418
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,277 (10% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,277
10% above US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Hinkletown has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation386 ft (118 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density298/sq mi
Coordinates40.1452°N, 76.1208°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 15.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+34.1%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density298/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.9%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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