Lower Allen, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lower Allen is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 7,582. Residents earn $85,537 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,582 Population 3,446/sq mi density
$85,537 Median Income $46,029 per capita
$246,100 Home Value
$1,117 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,537 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$246,100 home value, $1,117/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,537
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $246,100
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.2%
43% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,117
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,582
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density3,446/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,537
Per Capita$46,029
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$246,100
Rent$1,117
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation380 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.2%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute19 min
Libraries10

Is Lower Allen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lower Allen receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Lower Allen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lower Allen is $85,537, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lower Allen is $246,100, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,117 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lower Allen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lower Allen has a population of 7,582 with a density of 3,446 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 4.4% Black.

Population

7,582
Total Population
3,446
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lower Allen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lower Allen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lower Allen is $85,537, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lower Allen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,537
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,029
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lower Allen is $246,100, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,117 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,100
13% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio104.7%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,117
4% 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-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%

Health Metrics: Lower Allen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Lower Allen has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation380 ft (116 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density3,446/sq mi
Coordinates40.2267°N, 76.9028°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 48.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.2%
43% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,446/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home12.2%

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