Shoemakersville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Shoemakersville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,334. Residents earn $75,050 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,334 Population 2,470/sq mi density
$75,050 Median Income $37,767 per capita
$169,900 Home Value $274,433 Zillow
$1,087 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$75,050 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,900 home value, $1,087/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,050
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,900
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,087
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,334
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density2,470/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,050
Per Capita$37,767
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,900
Rent$1,087
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,433

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation348 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute23 min
Libraries25

Is Shoemakersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shoemakersville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Shoemakersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shoemakersville is $75,050, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shoemakersville is $169,900, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,087 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

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

Shoemakersville has a population of 1,334 with a density of 2,470 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

1,334
Total Population
2,470
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Shoemakersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shoemakersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shoemakersville is $75,050, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Shoemakersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,050
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,767
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below 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 Rate4.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shoemakersville is $169,900, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,087 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,433.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,900
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,433

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,087
7% 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-Occupied63.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.34%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Shoemakersville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density2,470/sq mi
Coordinates40.4999°N, 75.9698°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% 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+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,470/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home5.0%

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