Rothsville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Rothsville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,889. Residents earn $103,958 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,889 Population 1,174/sq mi density
$103,958 Median Income $38,737 per capita
$289,200 Home Value
$977 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$103,958 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$289,200 home value, $977/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,958
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $289,200
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $977
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,889
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density1,174/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,958
Per Capita$38,737
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$289,200
Rent$977
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation458 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Libraries17

Is Rothsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rothsville receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment. Rothsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rothsville is $103,958, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Rothsville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rothsville is $289,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $977 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rothsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rothsville has a population of 2,889 with a density of 1,174 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 7.1% Black.

Population

2,889
Total Population
1,174
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rothsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rothsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rothsville is $103,958, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rothsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,958
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,737
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% 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 Time22.1 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rothsville is $289,200, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $977 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,200
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$977
16% 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-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Rothsville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation458 ft (140 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density1,174/sq mi
Coordinates40.1531°N, 76.2478°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% 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+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,174/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home7.4%

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