Shrewsbury, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Shrewsbury is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,866. Residents earn $95,962 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,866 Population 2,136/sq mi density
$95,962 Median Income $48,535 per capita
$296,300 Home Value $348,259 Zillow
$1,091 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$95,962 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$296,300 home value, $1,091/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,962
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $296,300
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.4%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,866
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density2,136/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,962
Per Capita$48,535
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$296,300
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$348,259

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation988 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.4%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute35 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Shrewsbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shrewsbury receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Shrewsbury stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shrewsbury is $95,962, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.6% 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 Shrewsbury is $296,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Shrewsbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Shrewsbury has a population of 3,866 with a density of 2,136 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 5% Black.

Population

3,866
Total Population
2,136
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Shrewsbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shrewsbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shrewsbury is $95,962, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Shrewsbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,962
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,535
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Shrewsbury is $296,300, 5% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,259.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$296,300
5% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$348,259
Median List Price$445,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$445,000
$/Sq Ft$193
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio102.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% 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-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Premature Death7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,029

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Shrewsbury has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation988 ft (301 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density2,136/sq mi
Coordinates39.7713°N, 76.6799°W
County FIPS42133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.4%
1% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,136/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Work from Home17.3%

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