Plymouth, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Plymouth is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,761. Residents earn $42,348 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,761 Population 5,384/sq mi density
$42,348 Median Income $24,610 per capita
$85,400 Home Value $141,814 Zillow
$923 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
867 Violent Crime/100K 1,429 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$42,348 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,400 home value, $923/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
867 violent crimes/100K (128% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,348
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,400
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 867/100K
128% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $923
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,761
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density5,384/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,348
Per Capita$24,610
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,400
Rent$923
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,814

Crime

F
Violent867/100K
Property1,429/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault680/100K
Burglary476/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation546 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+84.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Libraries16

Is Plymouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plymouth receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Plymouth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plymouth is $42,348, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plymouth is $85,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $923 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 867 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,429 per 100,000, 27% below the national average.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Plymouth 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 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Plymouth has a population of 5,761 with a density of 5,384 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.4%), with 6.8% Black.

Population

5,761
Total Population
5,384
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Plymouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plymouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plymouth is $42,348, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Plymouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,348
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,610
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,474
County GDP$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants769
Healthcare993
Retail1,145
Manufacturing299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Plymouth is $85,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $923 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,814.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,814
Median List Price$169,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$169,450
$/Sq Ft$73
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$923
21% 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-Occupied48.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate7.12%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Premature Death10,192/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities993
Plymouth has a violent crime rate of 867 per 100,000 residents, 128% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,429 per 100,000 (27% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent867.5/100K
128% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape17.0/100K
Robbery170.1/100K
Assault680.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,428.8/100K
27% below US avg
Burglary476.3/100K
Theft850.5/100K
Vehicle Theft102.1/100K
Arson17.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Plymouth 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 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation546 ft (166 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density5,384/sq mi
Coordinates41.2409°N, 75.9520°W
County FIPS42079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+84.3%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,384/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home3.4%

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