Towamensing Trails, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Towamensing Trails is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,032. Residents earn $83,196 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,032 Population 351/sq mi density
$83,196 Median Income $48,739 per capita
$227,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,196 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$227,900 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,196
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $227,900
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,032
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density351/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans16.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,196
Per Capita$48,739
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$227,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation1,682 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute36 min
Broadband94.1%
Libraries4

Is Towamensing Trails a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Towamensing Trails receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Towamensing Trails offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Towamensing Trails is $83,196, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Towamensing Trails is $227,900, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Towamensing Trails experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Towamensing Trails has a population of 2,032 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.

Population

2,032
Total Population
351
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Towamensing Trails vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.3%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.7%
137% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Towamensing Trails vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Towamensing Trails is $83,196, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Towamensing Trails vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,196
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,739
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$62,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,305
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare175
Retail196
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Towamensing Trails is $227,900, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,900
19% below US avg
Median List Price$650,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$650,000
$/Sq Ft$272
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory39

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-Occupied98.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,784/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access64.9%
Healthcare Facilities175

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Towamensing Trails has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,682 ft (513 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates40.9942°N, 75.5818°W
County FIPS42025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.8-point margin. 94.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density351/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants132
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.8%

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