Pennsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Pennsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,958. Residents earn $103,698 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
3,958 Population 5,010/sq mi density
$103,698 Median Income $39,633 per capita
$266,600 Home Value $405,648 Zillow
$1,360 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$103,698 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$266,600 home value, $1,360/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,698
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $266,600
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,360
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,958
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density5,010/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,698
Per Capita$39,633
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,600
Rent$1,360
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$405,648
Rent Burden21.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation348 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute32 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries37

Is Pennsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pennsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Pennsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pennsburg is $103,698, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Pennsburg among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pennsburg is $266,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,360 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pennsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pennsburg has a population of 3,958 with a density of 5,010 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

3,958
Total Population
5,010
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pennsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pennsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pennsburg is $103,698, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Pennsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,698
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,633
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pennsburg is $266,600, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,360 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $405,648.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,600
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$405,648
Median List Price$419,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$419,990
$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,360
17% above US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Pennsburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density5,010/sq mi
Coordinates40.3936°N, 75.4964°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,010/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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