Langhorne, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Langhorne is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,564. Residents earn $95,568 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,564 Population 3,192/sq mi density
$95,568 Median Income $47,501 per capita
$419,900 Home Value $567,613 Zillow
$1,367 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$95,568 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$419,900 home value, $1,367/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,568
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $419,900
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.1%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,367
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,564
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density3,192/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,568
Per Capita$47,501
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$419,900
Rent$1,367
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$567,613

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation198 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.1%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute26 min
EV Stations8
Libraries14

Is Langhorne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Langhorne receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Langhorne stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Langhorne is $95,568, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Langhorne is $419,900, 49% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,367 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Langhorne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches, including 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Langhorne has a population of 1,564 with a density of 3,192 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

1,564
Total Population
3,192
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Langhorne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Langhorne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Langhorne is $95,568, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Langhorne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,568
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,501
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Langhorne is $419,900, 49% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,367 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $567,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$419,900
49% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$567,613
Median List Price$949,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$949,900
$/Sq Ft$302
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,367
18% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,381

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Langhorne has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall19.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation198 ft (60 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density3,192/sq mi
Coordinates40.1775°N, 74.9234°W
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.1%
19% above US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,192/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home11.2%

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