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Schoeneck, PA

Pennsylvania · Lancaster County · Metropolitan Area

Schoeneck is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 957. Residents earn $140,769 per year, which is 87% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
957 Population 294/sq mi density
$140,769 Median Income $43,416 per capita
$328,500 Home Value
$842 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$140,769 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$328,500 home value, $842/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $140,769
87% higher than US avg
Home Value $328,500
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population957
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$140,769
Per Capita$43,416
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$328,500
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units359
Rent Burden20.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries17

Is Schoeneck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schoeneck receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Schoeneck stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schoeneck is $140,769, which is significantly higher than the national average — 87% above $75,149. This places Schoeneck among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schoeneck is $328,500, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Schoeneck experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Schoeneck has a population of 957 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%).

Population

957
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Schoeneck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schoeneck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schoeneck is $140,769, which is 87% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Schoeneck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$140,769
87% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,416
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Schoeneck is $328,500, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$328,500
17% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units359
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
Schoeneck has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates40.2444°N, 76.1782°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLancaster County County
County FIPS42071
Schoeneck is located in Lancaster County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi
CountyLancaster County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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