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South Bethlehem, PA

Pennsylvania · Armstrong County · Metropolitan Area

South Bethlehem is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 374. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
374 Population 2,493/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $32,789 per capita
$104,500 Home Value
$738 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,500 home value, $738/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,500
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population374
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density2,493/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$32,789
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,500
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units204
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,107 ft (337 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries4

Is South Bethlehem a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Bethlehem receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. South Bethlehem offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Bethlehem is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Bethlehem is $104,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Bethlehem experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

South Bethlehem has a population of 374 with a density of 2,493 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

374
Total Population
2,493
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

South Bethlehem vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Bethlehem vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Bethlehem is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: South Bethlehem vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,789
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone62.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in South Bethlehem is $104,500, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,500
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.7%
Housing Units204
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.73%
South Bethlehem has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,107 ft (337 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,493/sq mi
Coordinates40.9992°N, 79.3395°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyArmstrong County County
County FIPS42005
South Bethlehem is located in Armstrong County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,493/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyArmstrong County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone62.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

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