Lansdowne, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lansdowne is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 11,064. Residents earn $69,261 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
11,064 Population 9,376/sq mi density
$69,261 Median Income $38,178 per capita
$199,200 Home Value $270,164 Zillow
$1,219 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
235 Violent Crime/100K 2,700 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$69,261 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,200 home value, $1,219/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
235 violent crimes/100K (38% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,261
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,200
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 235/100K
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,219
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,064
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density9,376/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,261
Per Capita$38,178
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,200
Rent$1,219
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,164

Crime

F
Violent235/100K
Property2,700/100K
Murder9.4/100K
Assault85/100K
Burglary659/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation118 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute34 min
Libraries28

Is Lansdowne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lansdowne receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lansdowne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lansdowne is $69,261, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lansdowne is $199,200, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,219 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lansdowne is below the national average at 235 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,700 per 100,000, 38% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lansdowne enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lansdowne has a population of 11,064 with a density of 9,376 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (50.5%), with 37.9% White, 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

11,064
Total Population
9,376
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lansdowne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.8%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.2%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lansdowne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lansdowne is $69,261, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Lansdowne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,261
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,178
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lansdowne is $199,200, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,219 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,164.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,200
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,164
Median List Price$315,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$315,000
$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops13.0%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,219
5% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,451

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate5.06%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Lansdowne has a violent crime rate of 235 per 100,000 residents, 38% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,700 per 100,000 (38% above US avg). The murder rate is 9.4 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent235.2/100K
38% below US avg
Murder9.4/100K
49% above US avg
Rape18.8/100K
Robbery122.3/100K
Assault84.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,700.2/100K
38% above US avg
Burglary658.6/100K
Theft1,956.9/100K
Vehicle Theft84.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lansdowne has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density9,376/sq mi
Coordinates39.9408°N, 75.2760°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density9,376/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Work from Home12.7%

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