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Stouchsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Lebanon County · Metropolitan Area

Stouchsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 412. Residents earn $70,469 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
412 Population 305/sq mi density
$70,469 Median Income $40,779 per capita
$198,300 Home Value
$823 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,469 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,300 home value, $823/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,469
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $823
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

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

People

Population412
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,469
Per Capita$40,779
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.2%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,300
Rent$823
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units223
Rent Burden20.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation434 ft (132 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband62.6%
Libraries6

Is Stouchsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stouchsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Stouchsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stouchsburg is $70,469, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stouchsburg is $198,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $823 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stouchsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Stouchsburg has a population of 412 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

412
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Stouchsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stouchsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stouchsburg is $70,469, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Stouchsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,469
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,779
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stouchsburg is $198,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $823 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,300
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$823
29% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%
Housing Units223
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
Stouchsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation434 ft (132 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates40.3807°N, 76.2314°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLebanon County County
County FIPS42075
Stouchsburg is located in Lebanon County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 62.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountyLebanon County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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