South Bethlehem, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Armstrong County County
South Bethlehem, PA
At a Glance
How South Bethlehem Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Bethlehem's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Bethlehem a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Bethlehem residents earn a median household income of $45,000 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,789. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,450 business establishments, including 116 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Bethlehem is $104,500 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $125,151. Median rent is $738/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Education
17.8% of adults in South Bethlehem hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.