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Hostetter, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hostetter is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 476. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
476 Population 652/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $46,209 per capita
$229,500 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$229,500 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,500
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population476
Median Age59.1 yrs
Density652/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$46,209
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units327
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.1%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute15 min
Broadband89.9%
Libraries22

Is Hostetter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hostetter receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Hostetter stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hostetter is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hostetter is $229,500, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hostetter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 29.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hostetter has a population of 476 with a density of 652 people per square mile. The median age is 59.1 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

476
Total Population
652
People / sq mi
59.1yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hostetter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hostetter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hostetter is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Hostetter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,209
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hostetter is $229,500, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,500
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.4%
Housing Units327
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
Hostetter has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density652/sq mi
Coordinates40.2640°N, 79.3978°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 89.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.1%
40% above US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density652/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.9%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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