Pen Argyl, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Pen Argyl is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,489. Residents earn $79,948 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,489 Population 2,604/sq mi density
$79,948 Median Income $33,658 per capita
$172,100 Home Value $296,769 Zillow
$1,165 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,948 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,100 home value, $1,165/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,948
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $172,100
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,165
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,489
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density2,604/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,948
Per Capita$33,658
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$20,982M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,100
Rent$1,165
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,769

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property789/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary141/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation806 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute25 min
Libraries10

Is Pen Argyl a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pen Argyl receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Pen Argyl offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pen Argyl is $79,948, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pen Argyl is $172,100, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,165 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pen Argyl is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 789 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pen Argyl experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pen Argyl has a population of 3,489 with a density of 2,604 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 3% Black.

Population

3,489
Total Population
2,604
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pen Argyl vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pen Argyl vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pen Argyl is $79,948, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Pen Argyl vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,948
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,658
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$85,539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,088
County GDP$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants726
Healthcare748
Retail830
Manufacturing338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pen Argyl is $172,100, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,165 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,769.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,100
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$296,769
Median List Price$374,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$374,900
$/Sq Ft$185
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,165
0% 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-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Rate4.33%

Health Metrics: Pen Argyl vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Premature Death6,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities748
Pen Argyl has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 789 per 100,000 (60% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property788.5/100K
60% below US avg
Burglary140.8/100K
Theft591.4/100K
Vehicle Theft56.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Pen Argyl has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation806 ft (246 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density2,604/sq mi
Coordinates40.8678°N, 75.2539°W
County FIPS42095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,604/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities748
Restaurants726
Retail Stores830

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home2.5%

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