Jacksonwald, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Jacksonwald is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,201. Residents earn $125,143 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
4,201 Population 2,373/sq mi density
$125,143 Median Income $46,809 per capita
$306,900 Home Value
$1,671 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$125,143 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$306,900 home value, $1,671/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,143
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $306,900
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,671
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,201
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density2,373/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$125,143
Per Capita$46,809
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$306,900
Rent$1,671
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation400 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute26 min
Libraries25

Is Jacksonwald a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksonwald receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jacksonwald stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksonwald is $125,143, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Jacksonwald among higher-income communities. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacksonwald is $306,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,671 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacksonwald experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jacksonwald has a population of 4,201 with a density of 2,373 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 7.4% Black.

Population

4,201
Total Population
2,373
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksonwald vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jacksonwald vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksonwald is $125,143, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Jacksonwald vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,143
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,809
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacksonwald is $306,900, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,671 (44% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$306,900
9% above US avg
Median List Price$374,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$374,900
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,671
44% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate2.40%

Health Metrics: Jacksonwald vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

Crime Rates: Jacksonwald vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Jacksonwald 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 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density2,373/sq mi
Coordinates40.3311°N, 75.8361°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,373/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home7.6%

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