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Seltzer, PA

Pennsylvania · Schuylkill County

Seltzer is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 343. Residents earn $108,869 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
343 Population 3,811/sq mi density
$108,869 Median Income $38,321 per capita
$122,100 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,869 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,100 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,869
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $122,100
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density3,811/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,869
Per Capita$38,321
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden25.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation890 ft (271 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute35 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries14

Is Seltzer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seltzer receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Seltzer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seltzer is $108,869, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Seltzer among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seltzer is $122,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Seltzer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Seltzer has a population of 343 with a density of 3,811 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

343
Total Population
3,811
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Seltzer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Seltzer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seltzer is $108,869, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Seltzer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,869
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,321
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Seltzer is $122,100, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,100
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.6%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
Seltzer has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation890 ft (271 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density3,811/sq mi
Coordinates40.6959°N, 76.2365°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySchuylkill County County
County FIPS42107
Seltzer is located in Schuylkill County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density3,811/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountySchuylkill County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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