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Penn State Berks, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Penn State Berks is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 852.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
852 Population 2,029/sq mi density
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg

How Penn State Berks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population852
Median Age19.6 yrs
Density2,029/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,399
Unemployment0.9%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$26,580M
Commute10 min

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation272 ft (83 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute10 min
Broadband0.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries25

Is Penn State Berks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Penn State Berks receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Penn State Berks stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Penn State Berks experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Penn State Berks has a population of 852 with a density of 2,029 people per square mile. The median age is 19.6 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 12.3% Black.

Population

852
Total Population
2,029
People / sq mi
19.6yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Penn State Berks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Penn State Berks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Penn State Berks is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Penn State Berks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,399
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.6 min
Drive Alone29.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

Penn State Berks has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,029/sq mi
Coordinates40.3613°N, 75.9760°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,029/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.6 min
Drive Alone29.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Nearby Cities

Colony Park, PA 1,125 pop · 0.9 mi Wyomissing, PA 11,100 pop · 1.9 mi Whitfield, PA 5,346 pop · 2.4 mi Fox Chase, PA 1,557 pop · 2.4 mi West Lawn, PA 1,213 pop · 2.4 mi West Reading, PA 4,537 pop · 2.4 mi Riverview Park, PA 3,647 pop · 2.5 mi Muhlenberg Park, PA 1,179 pop · 2.6 mi Springmont, PA 1,552 pop · 2.8 mi West Wyomissing, PA 3,263 pop · 2.9 mi Reading, PA 94,836 pop · 3.0 mi Lincoln Park, PA 1,778 pop · 3.3 mi Sinking Spring, PA 4,288 pop · 3.5 mi South Temple, PA 1,821 pop · 3.8 mi
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