Jennerstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Jennerstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,153. Residents earn $61,410 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,153 Population 601/sq mi density
$61,410 Median Income $41,354 per capita
$192,400 Home Value
$872 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$61,410 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$192,400 home value, $872/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,410
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,400
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $872
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,153
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans15.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,410
Per Capita$41,354
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,400
Rent$872
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property146/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation1,877 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.2%
Libraries22

Is Jennerstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jennerstown receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Jennerstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jennerstown is $61,410, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jennerstown is $192,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Jennerstown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 146 per 100,000, 93% below the national average.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jennerstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches, including 142.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jennerstown has a population of 1,153 with a density of 601 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,153
Total Population
601
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jennerstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jennerstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jennerstown is $61,410, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Jennerstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,410
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,354
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% 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
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Jennerstown is $192,400, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,400
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$872
25% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Jennerstown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 146 per 100,000 (93% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property146.4/100K
93% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft146.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Jennerstown has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall142.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,877 ft (572 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density601/sq mi
Coordinates40.1633°N, 79.0610°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 83.2% 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+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density601/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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