Sanatoga, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Sanatoga is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 9,048. Residents earn $86,624 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
9,048 Population 2,677/sq mi density
$86,624 Median Income $37,759 per capita
$280,100 Home Value
$1,560 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$86,624 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$280,100 home value, $1,560/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,624
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $280,100
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,560
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,048
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density2,677/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,624
Per Capita$37,759
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$280,100
Rent$1,560
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation266 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute26 min
Libraries37

Is Sanatoga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sanatoga receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Sanatoga stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sanatoga is $86,624, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sanatoga is $280,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,560 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sanatoga experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sanatoga has a population of 9,048 with a density of 2,677 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%), with 13.4% Black.

Population

9,048
Total Population
2,677
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sanatoga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sanatoga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sanatoga is $86,624, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Sanatoga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,624
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,759
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sanatoga is $280,100, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,560 (34% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,100
1% below US avg
Median List Price$424,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$424,950
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio104.1%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,560
34% above 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-Occupied69.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate3.54%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Sanatoga has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density2,677/sq mi
Coordinates40.2508°N, 75.5882°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,677/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home13.8%

Nearby Cities

Compare Sanatoga with another city: