Trexlertown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Trexlertown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,169. Residents earn $92,306 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,169 Population 1,043/sq mi density
$92,306 Median Income $52,264 per capita
$286,700 Home Value
$1,796 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,306 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$286,700 home value, $1,796/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,306
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $286,700
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.1%
55% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,796
54% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,169
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density1,043/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,306
Per Capita$52,264
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.2%
County GDP$31,739M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$286,700
Rent$1,796
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Elevation421 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.1%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute17 min
Libraries9

Is Trexlertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trexlertown receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Trexlertown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trexlertown is $92,306, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trexlertown is $286,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,796 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Trexlertown is a highly educated community — 52.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Trexlertown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Trexlertown has a population of 2,169 with a density of 1,043 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 13.6% Black.

Population

2,169
Total Population
1,043
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trexlertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.4%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.6%
121% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Trexlertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trexlertown is $92,306, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Trexlertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,306
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,264
Avg Weekly Wage$1,352
IRS Avg AGI$79,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,954
County GDP$31,739M

Business (County)

Restaurants801
Healthcare1,107
Retail1,187
Manufacturing349

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Work from Home24.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Trexlertown is $286,700, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,796 (54% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,700
2% above US avg
Median List Price$439,120

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$439,120
$/Sq Ft$220
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,796
54% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%

Health Metrics: Trexlertown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Premature Death7,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,107

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Safety Score

Trexlertown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation421 ft (128 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density1,043/sq mi
Coordinates40.5568°N, 75.5936°W
County FIPS42077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 52.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.1%
55% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,043/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Restaurants801
Retail Stores1,187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Work from Home24.2%

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