Laureldale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Laureldale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,259. Residents earn $64,792 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,259 Population 5,258/sq mi density
$64,792 Median Income $31,165 per capita
$169,100 Home Value $234,791 Zillow
$1,249 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
51 Violent Crime/100K 1,101 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$64,792 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,100 home value, $1,249/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
51 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,792
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,100
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 51/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,249
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,259
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density5,258/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,792
Per Capita$31,165
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,100
Rent$1,249
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,791

Crime

F
Violent51/100K
Property1,101/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary179/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation383 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute26 min
Libraries25

Is Laureldale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laureldale receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Laureldale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laureldale is $64,792, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laureldale is $169,100, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Laureldale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 51 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,101 per 100,000, 44% below the national average.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Laureldale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Laureldale has a population of 4,259 with a density of 5,258 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.4%), with 10.2% Black.

Population

4,259
Total Population
5,258
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Laureldale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.0%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.0%
116% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Laureldale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laureldale is $64,792, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Laureldale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,792
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Laureldale is $169,100, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,100
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,791
Median List Price$229,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,950
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above 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-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.36%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964
Laureldale has a violent crime rate of 51 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,101 per 100,000 (44% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent51.2/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape25.6/100K
Robbery25.6/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,100.9/100K
44% below US avg
Burglary179.2/100K
Theft844.9/100K
Vehicle Theft76.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Laureldale has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation383 ft (117 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density5,258/sq mi
Coordinates40.3897°N, 75.9135°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,258/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home2.1%

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