Jersey Shore, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Jersey Shore is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,133. Residents earn $73,942 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,133 Population 3,563/sq mi density
$73,942 Median Income $28,082 per capita
$148,500 Home Value $213,781 Zillow
$906 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,942 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,500 home value, $906/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,942
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,500
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $906
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,133
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density3,563/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,942
Per Capita$28,082
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$7,698M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,500
Rent$906
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,781

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute29 min
Libraries8

Is Jersey Shore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jersey Shore receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Jersey Shore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jersey Shore is $73,942, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jersey Shore is $148,500, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jersey Shore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jersey Shore has a population of 4,133 with a density of 3,563 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

4,133
Total Population
3,563
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Jersey Shore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jersey Shore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jersey Shore is $73,942, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Jersey Shore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,942
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,082
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$66,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,032
County GDP$7,698M

Business (County)

Restaurants281
Healthcare357
Retail419
Manufacturing145

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,308
52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Jersey Shore is $148,500, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,781.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,500
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,781
Median List Price$190,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$190,000
$/Sq Ft$174
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$906
22% below 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-Occupied76.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,308
52% above US avg
Effective Rate3.57%

Health Metrics: Jersey Shore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Premature Death8,832/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities357

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Jersey Shore has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall29.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density3,563/sq mi
Coordinates41.2007°N, 77.2666°W
County FIPS42081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 41.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density3,563/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities357
Restaurants281
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home3.7%

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