Shillington, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Shillington is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,462. Residents earn $77,289 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,462 Population 5,462/sq mi density
$77,289 Median Income $38,864 per capita
$190,600 Home Value $255,116 Zillow
$1,293 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
152 Violent Crime/100K 1,195 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$77,289 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,600 home value, $1,293/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
152 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,289
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,600
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 152/100K
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,293
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,462
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density5,462/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,289
Per Capita$38,864
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,600
Rent$1,293
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,116

Crime

F
Violent152/100K
Property1,195/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault76/100K
Burglary379/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation344 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries25

Is Shillington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shillington receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Shillington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shillington is $77,289, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shillington is $190,600, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,293 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Shillington is below the national average at 152 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,195 per 100,000, 39% below the national average.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Shillington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Shillington has a population of 5,462 with a density of 5,462 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.4%).

Population

5,462
Total Population
5,462
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Shillington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.9%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.1%
20% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shillington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shillington is $77,289, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Shillington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,289
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,864
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Work from Home19.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Shillington is $190,600, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,293 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,116.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,600
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,116
Median List Price$414,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$414,900
$/Sq Ft$170
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,293
11% 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964
Shillington has a violent crime rate of 152 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,195 per 100,000 (39% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent151.8/100K
60% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape19.0/100K
Robbery56.9/100K
Assault75.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,195.2/100K
39% below US avg
Burglary379.4/100K
Theft720.9/100K
Vehicle Theft94.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Shillington has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density5,462/sq mi
Coordinates40.3026°N, 75.9671°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,462/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Work from Home19.5%

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