Jonestown, PA

Pennsylvania

Jonestown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,004. Residents earn $90,375 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,004 Population 5,416/sq mi density
$90,375 Median Income $34,178 per capita
$236,400 Home Value $313,959 Zillow
$920 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,375 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$236,400 home value, $920/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,375
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $236,400
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,004
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density5,416/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,375
Per Capita$34,178
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$236,400
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,959

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation707 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Broadband24.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries4

Is Jonestown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jonestown is $90,375, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jonestown is $236,400, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jonestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jonestown has a population of 2,004 with a density of 5,416 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%).

Population

2,004
Total Population
5,416
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Jonestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jonestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jonestown is $90,375, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Jonestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,375
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,178
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jonestown is $236,400, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,959.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,400
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,959
Median List Price$259,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,900
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% 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-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.86%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,535/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities191

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Jonestown has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation707 ft (215 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density5,416/sq mi
Coordinates41.1267°N, 76.3095°W
County FIPS42037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density5,416/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home9.6%

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