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Hopewell, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hopewell is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 149. Residents earn $41,875 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
149 Population 1,355/sq mi density
$41,875 Median Income $28,274 per capita
$104,200 Home Value
$658 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,875 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $658/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,875
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $658
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density1,355/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,875
Per Capita$28,274
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$658
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden37.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries8

Is Hopewell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopewell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hopewell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopewell is $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopewell is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hopewell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 27.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hopewell has a population of 149 with a density of 1,355 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

149
Total Population
1,355
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopewell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopewell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopewell is $41,875, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hopewell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,875
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,274
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopewell is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $658 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$658
43% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.4%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.65%
Hopewell has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall27.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,355/sq mi
Coordinates40.1352°N, 78.2657°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,355/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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