Wernersville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Wernersville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,767. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,767 Population 3,689/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $39,532 per capita
$218,100 Home Value $345,230 Zillow
$1,576 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,100 home value, $1,576/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,100
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,576
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,767
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density3,689/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$39,532
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,100
Rent$1,576
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,230

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation370 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute25 min
EV Stations3
Libraries6

Is Wernersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wernersville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Wernersville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wernersville is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.0% 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 Wernersville is $218,100, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,576 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

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wernersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wernersville has a population of 2,767 with a density of 3,689 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 5.5% Black.

Population

2,767
Total Population
3,689
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wernersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wernersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wernersville is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Wernersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,532
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% 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
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wernersville is $218,100, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,576 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,230.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,100
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,230

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,576
36% 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-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Premature Death7,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities286

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Wernersville 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation370 ft (113 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density3,689/sq mi
Coordinates40.3304°N, 76.0827°W
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density3,689/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home11.8%

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