Nazareth, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Northampton County County
Nazareth, PA
At a Glance
How Nazareth Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Nazareth's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Nazareth a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Nazareth residents earn a median household income of $57,551 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,725. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,088 business establishments, including 726 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Nazareth is $236,900 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $459,952. Median rent is $1,186/month, with 32.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Nazareth reports 49 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 709/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Nazareth hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Nazareth has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.