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Kratzerville, PA

Pennsylvania

Kratzerville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 348. Residents earn $93,333 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
348 Population 370/sq mi density
$93,333 Median Income $49,002 per capita
$242,900 Home Value
$1,066 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$242,900 home value, $1,066/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,333
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $242,900
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,066
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population348
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans16.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,333
Per Capita$49,002
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$4,733M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,900
Rent$1,066
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units168
Rent Burden14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation586 ft (179 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute20 min
Broadband94.9%
Libraries7

Is Kratzerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kratzerville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Kratzerville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kratzerville is $93,333, 24% 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 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kratzerville is $242,900, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,066 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kratzerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kratzerville has a population of 348 with a density of 370 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

348
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kratzerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kratzerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kratzerville is $93,333, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Kratzerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,333
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,002
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,813
County GDP$4,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare202
Retail262
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kratzerville is $242,900, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,066 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,900
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,066
8% below US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
Kratzerville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation586 ft (179 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates40.8561°N, 76.8912°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density370/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities202
Restaurants174
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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