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Kempton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Kempton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 171. Residents earn $95,938 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
171 Population 209/sq mi density
$95,938 Median Income $37,961 per capita
$218,800 Home Value
$1,143 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,800 home value, $1,143/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,938
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $218,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.1%
72% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,143
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,938
Per Capita$37,961
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$31,739M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,800
Rent$1,143
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units67
Rent Burden18.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation403 ft (123 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.1%
High School+98.1%
Graduate+27.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute22 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries9

Is Kempton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kempton is $95,938, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kempton is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,143 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Kempton is a highly educated community — 58.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Kempton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°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 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kempton has a population of 171 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

171
Total Population
209
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kempton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kempton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kempton is $95,938, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Kempton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,938
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,352
IRS Avg AGI$79,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,954
County GDP$31,739M

Business (County)

Restaurants801
Healthcare1,107
Retail1,187
Manufacturing349

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kempton is $218,800, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,143 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,800
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,143
2% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
Kempton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation403 ft (123 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density209/sq mi
Coordinates40.6288°N, 75.8556°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 58.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.1%
72% above US avg
High School+98.1%
Graduate Degree+27.6%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density209/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Restaurants801
Retail Stores1,187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.9%

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