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Soudersburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Lancaster County · Metropolitan Area

Soudersburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 478. Residents earn $90,494 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
478 Population 419/sq mi density
$90,494 Median Income $37,328 per capita
$266,100 Home Value
$1,400 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,494 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$266,100 home value, $1,400/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,494
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $266,100
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,400
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population478
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density419/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,494
Per Capita$37,328
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,100
Rent$1,400
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units197
Rent Burden14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation355 ft (108 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries17

Is Soudersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soudersburg 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Soudersburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Soudersburg is $90,494, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soudersburg is $266,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,400 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Soudersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Soudersburg has a population of 478 with a density of 419 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 16.9% Black.

Population

478
Total Population
419
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Soudersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.4%
0% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Soudersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soudersburg is $90,494, which is 20% 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 20 minutes.

Income: Soudersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,494
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,328
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Soudersburg is $266,100, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,400 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,100
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,400
20% above US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.7%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
Soudersburg 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 46.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation355 ft (108 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density419/sq mi
Coordinates40.0153°N, 76.1536°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLancaster County County
County FIPS42071
Soudersburg is located in Lancaster County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density419/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyLancaster County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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