Spinnerstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Spinnerstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,894. Residents earn $150,607 per year, which is 100% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,894 Population 1,002/sq mi density
$150,607 Median Income $49,967 per capita
$418,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$150,607 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$418,800 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $150,607
100% higher than US avg
Home Value $418,800
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,894
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density1,002/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$150,607
Per Capita$49,967
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$31,739M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$418,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation700 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute32 min
Libraries9

Is Spinnerstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spinnerstown receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Spinnerstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spinnerstown is $150,607, which is significantly higher than the national average — 100% above $75,149. This places Spinnerstown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spinnerstown is $418,800, 49% above the national median. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Spinnerstown 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.

Spinnerstown has a population of 1,894 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%).

Population

1,894
Total Population
1,002
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Spinnerstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.8%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.2%
58% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spinnerstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spinnerstown is $150,607, which is 100% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Spinnerstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$150,607
100% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,967
Avg Weekly Wage$1,352
IRS Avg AGI$79,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,954
County GDP$31,739M

Business (County)

Restaurants801
Healthcare1,107
Retail1,187
Manufacturing349

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Spinnerstown is $418,800, 49% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$418,800
49% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Rate1.72%

Health Metrics: Spinnerstown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Premature Death7,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,107

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Safety Score

Spinnerstown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation700 ft (213 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Coordinates40.4431°N, 75.4491°W
County FIPS42077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Restaurants801
Retail Stores1,187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Work from Home13.9%

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