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Swedesburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Montgomery County · Metropolitan Area

Swedesburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 805. Residents earn $88,875 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
805 Population 6,708/sq mi density
$88,875 Median Income $37,321 per capita
$301,500 Home Value
$1,469 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$88,875 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$301,500 home value, $1,469/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,875
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $301,500
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,469
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population805
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density6,708/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$88,875
Per Capita$37,321
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$301,500
Rent$1,469
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden21.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation143 ft (44 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute22 min
Broadband92.3%
Libraries37

Is Swedesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swedesburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Swedesburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Swedesburg is $88,875, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Swedesburg is $301,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,469 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Swedesburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Swedesburg has a population of 805 with a density of 6,708 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%).

Population

805
Total Population
6,708
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Swedesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Swedesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swedesburg is $88,875, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Swedesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,875
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,321
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Swedesburg is $301,500, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,469 (26% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,500
7% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,469
26% above US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
Swedesburg has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall25.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation143 ft (44 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density6,708/sq mi
Coordinates40.1020°N, 75.3323°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyMontgomery County County
County FIPS42091
Swedesburg is located in Montgomery County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,708/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyMontgomery County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home5.2%

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