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Jerseytown, PA

Pennsylvania

Jerseytown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 186.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
186 Population 258/sq mi density
$188,800 Home Value
$885 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $188,800
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $885
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density258/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,538
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$188,800
Rent$885
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units78
Rent Burden27.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation612 ft (187 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+13.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute19 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1

Is Jerseytown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jerseytown receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jerseytown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jerseytown is $188,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jerseytown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jerseytown has a population of 186 with a density of 258 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

186
Total Population
258
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Jerseytown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jerseytown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jerseytown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Jerseytown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,538
Avg Weekly Wage$1,616
IRS Avg AGI$85,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare111
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone53.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Jerseytown is $188,800, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $885 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,800
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$885
24% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units78
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
Jerseytown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation612 ft (187 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density258/sq mi
Coordinates41.0890°N, 76.5802°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+13.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density258/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants38
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone53.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

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