South Temple, PA

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.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,821 Population 5,518/sq mi density
$78,333 Median Income $31,732 per capita
$181,600 Home Value
$1,435 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,333 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,600 home value, $1,435/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,333
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $181,600
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,435
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,821
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density5,518/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,333
Per Capita$31,732
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,600
Rent$1,435
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation351 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+87.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute18 min
Libraries25

Is South Temple a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

South Temple has a population of 1,821 with a density of 5,518 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.6%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

1,821
Total Population
5,518
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

South Temple vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.1%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.9%
78% above US avg

Social Characteristics

South Temple vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Temple is $78,333, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: South Temple vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,333
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,732
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in South Temple is $181,600, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,435 (23% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,600
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,435
23% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%

Health Metrics: South Temple vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

South Temple has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density5,518/sq mi
Coordinates40.3988°N, 75.9225°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,518/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Work from Home7.6%

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