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Hunterstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hunterstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 290.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
290 Population 169/sq mi density
$885 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $885
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 58.1%
369% higher than US avg

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

People

Population290
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,322
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty58.1%
County GDP$4,729M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$885
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units194
Rent Burden19.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation598 ft (182 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+82.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute17 min
Broadband79.6%
Libraries6

Is Hunterstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hunterstown receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Hunterstown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 58.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hunterstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 27.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hunterstown has a population of 290 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

290
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hunterstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hunterstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hunterstown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 58.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hunterstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,322
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$75,220

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate58.1%
369% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,237
County GDP$4,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare165
Retail307
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone65.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $885 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$885
24% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%
Housing Units194
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Hunterstown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall27.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation598 ft (182 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates39.8848°N, 77.1550°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+82.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities165
Restaurants225
Retail Stores307

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone65.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

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