Lenape Heights, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lenape Heights is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,225. Residents earn $74,700 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,225 Population 1,612/sq mi density
$74,700 Median Income $47,259 per capita
$165,400 Home Value
$947 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,700 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,400 home value, $947/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,700
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,400
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.1%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $947
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
99% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,225
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density1,612/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,700
Per Capita$47,259
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.2%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,400
Rent$947
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation958 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries4

Is Lenape Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lenape Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lenape Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lenape Heights is $74,700, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lenape Heights is $165,400, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $947 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lenape Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lenape Heights has a population of 1,225 with a density of 1,612 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 4.6% Black.

Population

1,225
Total Population
1,612
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lenape Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lenape Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lenape Heights is $74,700, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lenape Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,700
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,259
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
99% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lenape Heights is $165,400, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $947 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,400
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$92
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$947
19% below US avg
Rent Burden14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%

Health Metrics: Lenape Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Premature Death9,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities182

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Lenape Heights has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,612/sq mi
Coordinates40.7634°N, 79.5216°W
County FIPS42005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,612/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

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