Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
South Temple is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,821. Residents earn $78,333 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Based on current data, South Temple receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. South Temple stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in South Temple is $78,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in South Temple is $181,600, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,435 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
South Temple experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 76.1% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 23.9% |
| 78% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,333 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,732 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,223 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,856 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 8,917 |
| County GDP | $26,580M |
| Restaurants | 774 |
| Healthcare | 964 |
| Retail | 1,095 |
| Manufacturing | 461 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,380 |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.06% |
| Commute Time | 17.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
| Census Median | $181,600 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,435 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 94.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,380 |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.06% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,368/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 964 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 351 ft (107 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,518/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3988°N, 75.9225°W |
| County FIPS | 42011 |
Winner: Republican by 12.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.3% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 5,518/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 25 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 964 |
| Restaurants | 774 |
| Retail Stores | 1,095 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| Avg Commute | 17.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |