Shiremanstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Shiremanstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,732. Residents earn $69,505 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,732 Population 5,587/sq mi density
$69,505 Median Income $37,704 per capita
$203,900 Home Value $276,775 Zillow
$992 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$69,505 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$203,900 home value, $992/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,505
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $203,900
28% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.6%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $992
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,732
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density5,587/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,505
Per Capita$37,704
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,900
Rent$992
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,775

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation422 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.6%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute18 min
Libraries10

Is Shiremanstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shiremanstown receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Shiremanstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shiremanstown is $69,505, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shiremanstown is $203,900, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Shiremanstown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Shiremanstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Shiremanstown has a population of 1,732 with a density of 5,587 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 6.3% Black.

Population

1,732
Total Population
5,587
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Shiremanstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.7%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.3%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shiremanstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shiremanstown is $69,505, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Shiremanstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,505
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,704
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Shiremanstown is $203,900, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,775.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,900
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,775
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$992
15% 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-Occupied67.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979
Shiremanstown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Shiremanstown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation422 ft (129 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density5,587/sq mi
Coordinates40.2224°N, 76.9556°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.6%
3% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,587/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home13.9%

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