Choose Country

Rutledge, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Rutledge is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 982. Residents earn $126,000 per year, which is 68% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
982 Population 7,014/sq mi density
$126,000 Median Income $53,786 per capita
$361,400 Home Value
$1,438 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$126,000 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$361,400 home value, $1,438/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $126,000
68% higher than US avg
Home Value $361,400
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.6%
56% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population982
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density7,014/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$126,000
Per Capita$53,786
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$361,400
Rent$1,438
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units340
Rent Burden25.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation129 ft (39 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.6%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+21.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute23 min
Broadband96.7%
Libraries28

Is Rutledge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rutledge receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Rutledge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rutledge is $126,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 68% above $75,149. This places Rutledge among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rutledge is $361,400, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Rutledge is a highly educated community — 52.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rutledge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rutledge has a population of 982 with a density of 7,014 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

982
Total Population
7,014
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rutledge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rutledge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rutledge is $126,000, which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Rutledge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,000
68% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,786
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rutledge is $361,400, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$361,400
28% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% above US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%
Housing Units340
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
Rutledge has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation129 ft (39 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density7,014/sq mi
Coordinates39.9009°N, 75.3274°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin. 96.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.6%
56% above US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+21.2%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,014/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.7%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home17.6%

Nearby Cities

Folsom, PA 8,298 pop · 0.6 mi Morton, PA 2,768 pop · 0.7 mi Swarthmore, PA 6,524 pop · 1.1 mi Ridley Park, PA 7,245 pop · 1.6 mi Woodlyn, PA 10,276 pop · 1.9 mi Glenolden, PA 7,207 pop · 1.9 mi Norwood, PA 5,915 pop · 2.0 mi Aldan, PA 4,219 pop · 2.6 mi Clifton Heights, PA 6,821 pop · 2.6 mi Collingdale, PA 8,862 pop · 2.8 mi Folcroft, PA 6,748 pop · 2.9 mi Rose Valley, PA 1,190 pop · 3.1 mi Sharon Hill, PA 5,978 pop · 3.2 mi Eddystone, PA 2,212 pop · 3.2 mi
Compare Rutledge with another city: