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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 83.0% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $85,625 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,935 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,700 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $137,618 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 28,922 |
| County GDP | $110,422M |
| Restaurants | 2,054 |
| Healthcare | 3,385 |
| Retail | 2,943 |
| Manufacturing | 896 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,910 |
| 183% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.32% |
| Commute Time | 28.6 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
| Census Median | $298,300 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $449,113 |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $251 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.3% |
| Price Drops | 40.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,257 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,671 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,910 |
| 183% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.32% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,470/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,385 |
| Total Violent | 526.4/100K |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Murder | 45.1/100K |
| 616% above US avg | |
| Rape | 60.2/100K |
| Robbery | 45.1/100K |
| Assault | 376.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,173.1/100K |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 120.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,022.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 30.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.7 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 21.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,442/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3110°N, 75.3224°W |
| County FIPS | 42091 |
Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.5% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,442/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 37 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,385 |
| Restaurants | 2,054 |
| Retail Stores | 2,943 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Avg Commute | 28.6 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |