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Rehrersburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Rehrersburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 231.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
231 Population 1,650/sq mi density
$135,800 Home Value
$1,099 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $135,800
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,099
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 49.2%
297% higher than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density1,650/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,620
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty49.2%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home Value$135,800
Rent$1,099
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units121
Rent Burden29.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation585 ft (178 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+11.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute7 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Rehrersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rehrersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Rehrersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 49.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rehrersburg is $135,800, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,099 per month.

Education

29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rehrersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rehrersburg has a population of 231 with a density of 1,650 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.5%), with 7.8% Hispanic.

Population

231
Total Population
1,650
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rehrersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.8%
3% below US avg
Spanish24.2%
81% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rehrersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rehrersburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 49.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Rehrersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,620
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate49.2%
297% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.8 min
Drive Alone60.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rehrersburg is $135,800, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,099 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,800
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$79
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,099
6% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.0%
Housing Units121
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
Rehrersburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation585 ft (178 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,650/sq mi
Coordinates40.4580°N, 76.2453°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.7%
12% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+11.3%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,650/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.8 min
Drive Alone60.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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