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Stevens, PA

Pennsylvania · Lancaster County · Metropolitan Area

Stevens is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 909. Residents earn $50,077 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
909 Population 583/sq mi density
$50,077 Median Income $13,339 per capita
$1,107 Median Rent 39.1% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$50,077 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$1,107/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,077
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,107
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.2%
135% higher than US avg

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

People

Population909
Median Age21.3 yrs
Density583/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,077
Per Capita$13,339
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty29.2%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute36 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,107
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units207
Rent Burden39.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation389 ft (119 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+85.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute36 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries17

Is Stevens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stevens receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Stevens has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stevens is $50,077, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,107 per month.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stevens experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Stevens has a population of 909 with a density of 583 people per square mile. The median age is 21.3 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 13.2% Black.

Population

909
Total Population
583
People / sq mi
21.3yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Stevens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stevens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stevens is $50,077, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Stevens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,077
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.2%
135% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone54.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,107 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,107
5% below US avg
Rent Burden39.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.2%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Stevens has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation389 ft (119 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density583/sq mi
Coordinates40.2165°N, 76.1669°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLancaster County County
County FIPS42071
Stevens is located in Lancaster County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+85.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density583/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyLancaster County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone54.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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