Reamstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Reamstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,445. Residents earn $85,952 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,445 Population 1,524/sq mi density
$85,952 Median Income $42,475 per capita
$289,400 Home Value
$1,144 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,952 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$289,400 home value, $1,144/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,952
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $289,400
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,144
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,445
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,524/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,952
Per Capita$42,475
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$289,400
Rent$1,144
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation436 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+77.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Libraries17

Is Reamstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reamstown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Reamstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reamstown is $85,952, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reamstown is $289,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,144 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Reamstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Reamstown has a population of 3,445 with a density of 1,524 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%).

Population

3,445
Total Population
1,524
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Reamstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Reamstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reamstown is $85,952, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Reamstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,952
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,475
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Reamstown is $289,400, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,144 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,400
3% above US avg
Median List Price$399,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,500
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,144
2% 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-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.19%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Reamstown 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 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density1,524/sq mi
Coordinates40.2124°N, 76.1176°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.0%
14% below US avg
High School+77.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,524/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home12.3%

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