Susquehanna Trails, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Susquehanna Trails is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,219. Residents earn $62,011 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,219 Population 709/sq mi density
$62,011 Median Income $30,253 per capita
$209,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$62,011 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$209,800 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,011
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $209,800
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,219
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density709/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,011
Per Capita$30,253
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$17,906M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation467 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute40 min
Libraries13

Is Susquehanna Trails a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Susquehanna Trails receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Susquehanna Trails offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Susquehanna Trails is $62,011, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Susquehanna Trails is $209,800, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Susquehanna Trails experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 21.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Susquehanna Trails has a population of 2,219 with a density of 709 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

2,219
Total Population
709
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Susquehanna Trails vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Susquehanna Trails vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Susquehanna Trails is $62,011, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Susquehanna Trails vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,011
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,253
Avg Weekly Wage$1,318
IRS Avg AGI$91,308

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,155
County GDP$17,906M

Business (County)

Restaurants447
Healthcare665
Retail664
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,446
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Susquehanna Trails is $209,800, 26% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,800
26% below US avg
Median List Price$204,995

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$204,995
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied77.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,446
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%

Health Metrics: Susquehanna Trails vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.8%
Premature Death7,205/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access92.5%
Healthcare Facilities665

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Susquehanna Trails has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall21.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation467 ft (142 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density709/sq mi
Coordinates39.7584°N, 76.3684°W
County FIPS24025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.7%
D 41.9%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density709/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities665
Restaurants447
Retail Stores664

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

Nearby Cities

Compare Susquehanna Trails with another city: