Schlusser, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Schlusser is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,926. Residents earn $92,813 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,926 Population 1,723/sq mi density
$92,813 Median Income $42,822 per capita
$218,500 Home Value
$973 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$92,813 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,500 home value, $973/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,813
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $218,500
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.3%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $973
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,926
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,723/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,813
Per Capita$42,822
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,500
Rent$973
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation514 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.3%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute23 min
Libraries8

Is Schlusser a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schlusser receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Schlusser stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schlusser is $92,813, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.3% 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 Schlusser is $218,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $973 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Schlusser experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Schlusser has a population of 5,926 with a density of 1,723 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 7.2% Black.

Population

5,926
Total Population
1,723
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Schlusser vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schlusser vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schlusser is $92,813, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Schlusser vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,813
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,822
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Schlusser is $218,500, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $973 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,500
22% below US avg
Median List Price$259,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,900
$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops26.3%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$973
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-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Premature Death5,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities836

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Schlusser has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation514 ft (157 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density1,723/sq mi
Coordinates40.2446°N, 77.1863°W
County FIPS42041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.3%
11% above US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,723/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home8.1%

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