West Easton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

West Easton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,158. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,158 Population 3,735/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $33,619 per capita
$214,700 Home Value $255,690 Zillow
$1,307 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,700 home value, $1,307/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,700
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,307
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,158
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,735/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$33,619
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$20,982M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,700
Rent$1,307
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,690

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation278 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute22 min
Libraries10

Is West Easton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Easton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. West Easton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Easton is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.3% 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 West Easton is $214,700, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,307 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Easton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

West Easton has a population of 1,158 with a density of 3,735 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 5.8% Hispanic, 6.4% Black.

Population

1,158
Total Population
3,735
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

West Easton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.8%
18% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Easton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Easton is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: West Easton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,619
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$85,539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,088
County GDP$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants726
Healthcare748
Retail830
Manufacturing338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in West Easton is $214,700, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,307 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,690.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,700
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,690
Median List Price$269,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$269,900
$/Sq Ft$173
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,307
12% 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-Occupied84.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%

Health Metrics: West Easton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Premature Death6,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities748

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

West Easton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation278 ft (85 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density3,735/sq mi
Coordinates40.6784°N, 75.2361°W
County FIPS42095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,735/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities748
Restaurants726
Retail Stores830

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home8.3%

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