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Schaefferstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Lebanon County · Metropolitan Area

Schaefferstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 938. Residents earn $89,155 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
938 Population 349/sq mi density
$89,155 Median Income $47,884 per capita
$219,400 Home Value
$958 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$89,155 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,400 home value, $958/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,155
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $219,400
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population938
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,155
Per Capita$47,884
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,400
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units377
Rent Burden28.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation565 ft (172 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+85.6%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries6

Is Schaefferstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schaefferstown receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Schaefferstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schaefferstown is $89,155, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schaefferstown is $219,400, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Schaefferstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°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 46.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Schaefferstown has a population of 938 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

938
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Schaefferstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schaefferstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schaefferstown is $89,155, which is 19% 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 28 minutes.

Income: Schaefferstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,155
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,884
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% 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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Schaefferstown is $219,400, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,400
22% below US avg
Median List Price$349,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,900
$/Sq Ft$257
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%
Housing Units377
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
Schaefferstown 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. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation565 ft (172 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates40.2968°N, 76.2939°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLebanon County County
County FIPS42075
Schaefferstown is located in Lebanon County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+85.6%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi
CountyLebanon County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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