Souderton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Souderton is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 7,215. Residents earn $85,625 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
7,215 Population 6,442/sq mi density
$85,625 Median Income $39,935 per capita
$298,300 Home Value $449,113 Zillow
$1,257 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
526 Violent Crime/100K 1,173 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,625 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$298,300 home value, $1,257/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
526 violent crimes/100K (39% above avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,625
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $298,300
6% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 526/100K
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.5%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,257
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,215
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density6,442/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,625
Per Capita$39,935
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$298,300
Rent$1,257
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$449,113

Crime

F
Violent526/100K
Property1,173/100K
Murder45.1/100K
Assault376/100K
Burglary120/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation420 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.5%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute29 min
EV Stations2
Libraries37

Is Souderton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Souderton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Souderton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Souderton is $85,625, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Souderton is $298,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,257 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 526 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,173 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Souderton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Souderton has a population of 7,215 with a density of 6,442 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

7,215
Total Population
6,442
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Souderton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Souderton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Souderton is $85,625, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Souderton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,625
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,935
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Souderton is $298,300, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,257 (8% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $449,113.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,300
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$449,113
Median List Price$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,000
$/Sq Ft$251
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,257
8% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,671

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate3.32%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Souderton has a violent crime rate of 526 per 100,000 residents, 39% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,173 per 100,000 (40% below US avg). The murder rate is 45.1 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent526.4/100K
39% above US avg
Murder45.1/100K
616% above US avg
Rape60.2/100K
Robbery45.1/100K
Assault376.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,173.1/100K
40% below US avg
Burglary120.3/100K
Theft1,022.7/100K
Vehicle Theft30.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Souderton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density6,442/sq mi
Coordinates40.3110°N, 75.3224°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.5%
5% above US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,442/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home8.0%

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