Sand Hill, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Sand Hill is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,288. Residents earn $86,696 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,288 Population 2,265/sq mi density
$86,696 Median Income $48,275 per capita
$204,300 Home Value
$1,546 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,696 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$204,300 home value, $1,546/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,696
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $204,300
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,546
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,288
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density2,265/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,696
Per Capita$48,275
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,300
Rent$1,546
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation645 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Libraries6

Is Sand Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sand Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sand Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sand Hill is $86,696, 15% 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 0.0% 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 Sand Hill is $204,300, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,546 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sand Hill 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 46.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sand Hill has a population of 2,288 with a density of 2,265 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

2,288
Total Population
2,265
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sand Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.5%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.5%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sand Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sand Hill is $86,696, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sand Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,696
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,275
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sand Hill is $204,300, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,546 (33% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,300
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,546
33% 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-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.84%

Health Metrics: Sand Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Premature Death7,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities286

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Sand Hill 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 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation645 ft (197 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density2,265/sq mi
Coordinates40.3614°N, 76.4217°W
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,265/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home2.9%

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