Littlestown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Littlestown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,810. Residents earn $68,415 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,810 Population 2,628/sq mi density
$68,415 Median Income $32,458 per capita
$240,000 Home Value $333,120 Zillow
$1,020 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
180 Violent Crime/100K 1,012 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,415 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$240,000 home value, $1,020/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
180 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,415
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $240,000
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 180/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,020
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,810
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density2,628/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,415
Per Capita$32,458
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$4,729M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,000
Rent$1,020
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$333,120

Crime

F
Violent180/100K
Property1,012/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault135/100K
Burglary135/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation634 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute31 min
Libraries6

Is Littlestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Littlestown receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Littlestown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Littlestown is $68,415, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Littlestown is $240,000, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,020 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Littlestown is below the national average at 180 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,012 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Littlestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 28.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Littlestown has a population of 4,810 with a density of 2,628 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

4,810
Total Population
2,628
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Littlestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Littlestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Littlestown is $68,415, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Littlestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,415
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,458
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$75,220

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,237
County GDP$4,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare165
Retail307
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Littlestown is $240,000, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,020 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,120.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,000
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$333,120
Median List Price$314,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$314,500
$/Sq Ft$146
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,020
12% below 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-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.30%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Premature Death6,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.2%
Healthcare Facilities165
Littlestown has a violent crime rate of 180 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,012 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent180.0/100K
53% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery45.0/100K
Assault135.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,012.4/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary135.0/100K
Theft832.4/100K
Vehicle Theft45.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Littlestown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall28.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation634 ft (193 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density2,628/sq mi
Coordinates39.7455°N, 77.0857°W
County FIPS42001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,628/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities165
Restaurants225
Retail Stores307

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home15.8%

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