Springdale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Springdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,355. Residents earn $57,963 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,355 Population 3,608/sq mi density
$57,963 Median Income $39,759 per capita
$138,300 Home Value
$903 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
736 Violent Crime/100K 1,236 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,963 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,300 home value, $903/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
736 violent crimes/100K (94% above avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,963
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,300
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 736/100K
94% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $903
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,355
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density3,608/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,963
Per Capita$39,759
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,300
Rent$903
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent736/100K
Property1,236/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault677/100K
Burglary177/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation807 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute28 min
Libraries72

Is Springdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springdale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Springdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springdale is $57,963, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springdale is $138,300, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $903 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 736 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,236 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Springdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Springdale has a population of 3,355 with a density of 3,608 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

3,355
Total Population
3,608
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Springdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Springdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springdale is $57,963, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Springdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,963
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,759
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Springdale is $138,300, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $903 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,300
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$903
22% below 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-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate6.40%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Springdale has a violent crime rate of 736 per 100,000 residents, 94% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,236 per 100,000 (37% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent735.7/100K
94% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery58.9/100K
Assault676.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,236.0/100K
37% below US avg
Burglary176.6/100K
Theft912.3/100K
Vehicle Theft147.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Springdale has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density3,608/sq mi
Coordinates40.5408°N, 79.7810°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,608/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home8.2%

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