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West Hamburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Schuylkill County

West Hamburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,920. Residents earn $73,712 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,920 Population 591/sq mi density
$73,712 Median Income $38,799 per capita
$150,800 Home Value $287,579 Zillow
$811 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
350 Violent Crime/100K 1,400 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,712 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,800 home value, $811/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
350 violent crimes/100K (8% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,712
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,800
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 350/100K
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $811
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,920
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density591/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,712
Per Capita$38,799
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,800
Rent$811
Ownership91.8%
Zillow$287,579
Housing Units735
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

F
Violent350/100K
Property1,400/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
Smoking26.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+89.6%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.7%
EV Stations3
Libraries14

Is West Hamburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Hamburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. West Hamburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Hamburg is $73,712, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Hamburg is $150,800, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $811 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in West Hamburg is below the national average at 350 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,400 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

West Hamburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

West Hamburg has a population of 1,920 with a density of 591 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (94.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.7% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,920
Total Population
591
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

West Hamburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Hamburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Hamburg is $73,712, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,799. The average weekly wage is $1,041, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,961 business establishments, including 248 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Hamburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,712
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,799
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391
Gini Index0.428 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in West Hamburg is $150,800, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,579, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $811 (30% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 91.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 735 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $5,393 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 14.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,800
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$811
30% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.8%
Owner-Occupied91.8%
Renter-Occupied8.2%
Housing Units735
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In West Hamburg, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.6% of residents, above the national average. 35.0% have high blood pressure. 26.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.1% report binge drinking. 38.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,990. The dentist ratio is 1:2,016. 75.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.5%
Cancer5.9%
Kidney Disease4.3%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress20.5%
Short Sleep45.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Primary Care1:1,990
Dentists1:2,016
Mental Health1:934
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits46.1%
Premature Death10,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities347
West Hamburg has a violent crime rate of 350 per 100,000 residents, 8% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,400 per 100,000, 29% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, West Hamburg receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent349.9/100K
8% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,399.6/100K
29% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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West Hamburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density591/sq mi
Coordinates40.5518°N, 76.0049°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySchuylkill County County
Nearest AirportReading Regional/Carl A Spaatz Field (RDG)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.6"
41% above US avg
Snowfall 48.0"
Wettest Month (May) 4.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score85.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability60.6 / 100
Community Resilience77.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 10, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake M4.8 106 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 25 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 25 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 107 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 128 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 123 km
Jan 9, 1992 4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey M3.1 142 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 76 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 97 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 50 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 130 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 102 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 107 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 26 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 107 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 104 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 23 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 126 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 110 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 286 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 213 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

363 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 9 fatalities, 231 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 29, 2021 EF3 97 km 0
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 57 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 12 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 55 km 3
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 93 km 0
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 43 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 84 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 30 km 1
Mar 22, 1955 EF3 73 km 1
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 40 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 82 km 1
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 87 km 0
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 92 km 0
Oct 31, 2019 EF2 82 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 44 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 79 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 78 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 81 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 60 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 93 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1895 HIGH BRIDGE, NJ Earthquake 96 km
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PENOBSCOT (2,091 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 73 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 69 km
2012 HOPEWELL FIRE 812 43 km
2020 SEVEN PINES 790 89 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 37 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 69 km
2016 BEAR TOWN 649 96 km
1999 WORTHINGTO 514 90 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in Wettest
June 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
August 71°F (22°C) 4.0 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
October 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in
December 33°F (0°C) 3.5 in

West Hamburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 25°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.8").

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West Hamburg is located in Schuylkill County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 18.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70.6% of the vote, a 42.1-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 347 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+89.6%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density591/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi
CountySchuylkill County County

Services

Broadband Access87.7%
Avg Download Speed197.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%
Average costs for common services in West Hamburg. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Schuylkill County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 10,241 176 $70,212 2.48
Health Care & Social Assistance 7,779 497 $50,295 1.08
Transportation & Warehousing 6,707 136 $56,884 3.15
Retail Trade 5,160 419 $32,450 1.03
Accommodation & Food Services 2,938 259 $18,633 0.64
Construction 1,759 224 $69,158 0.67
Administrative & Waste Services 1,691 122 $43,591 0.57
Other Services 1,275 276 $31,497 0.84
Professional & Technical Services 905 148 $71,448 0.26
Wholesale Trade 884 87 $56,728 0.45
Agriculture & Forestry 782 44 $53,809 1.92
Mining & Oil/Gas 680 29 $80,816 3.57
Finance & Insurance 672 122 $65,531 0.33
Management of Companies 503 30 $92,977 0.59
Arts & Entertainment 405 37 $21,408 0.48
Utilities 239 16 $105,722 1.25
Real Estate 238 61 $53,270 0.30
Educational Services 204 19 $36,842 0.20
Information & Technology 152 23 $47,304 0.16

Radio Stations near West Hamburg

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
830 WEEU news, talk MP3 128 kbps
WFNGR696.com alternative rock, punk MP3 128 kbps
WJTL christian contemporary MP3
97.9x WBSX-FM rock MP3 80 kbps

Campgrounds Near West Hamburg

1 campgrounds found near West Hamburg.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BLUE MARSH LAKE (DRY BROOKS DAY USE AREA) 4.8/5 3 $90

National Parks Near West Hamburg

82 national parks and monuments found near West Hamburg.

ParkTypeFee
3 Forts Ferry State Park Free
Alapocas Run State Park State Park Free
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Archbald Pothole State Park State Park Free
Auburn Heights State Park Free
Auburn Heights Preserve State Park Free
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
Beltzville State Park State Park Free
Big Elk Creek State Park State Park Free
Big Pocono State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Creek State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Park State Park Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware River Access State Park State Park Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Evansburg State Park State Park Free
Fair Hill Nrma State Park Free
First State National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Fort Delaware State Park State Park Free
Fort Dupont State Park State Park Free
Fort DuPont State Park State Park Free
Fort Mott State Park State Park Free
Fort Washington State Park State Park Free
Fox Point State Park State Park Free
Frances Slocum State Park State Park Free
French Creek State Park State Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glens Natural Area State Park Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Gouldsboro State Park State Park Free
H. Fletcher Brown Park State Park Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run State Park State Park Free
Hobbs Property State Park Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Independence National Historical Park National Historical Park $1
Lehigh Gorge State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake State Park State Park Free
Lums Pond State Park State Park Free
Marsh Creek State Park State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Milton State Park State Park Free
Nescopeck State Park State Park Free
Nockamixon State Park State Park Free
Nvf Site State Park Free
Osmun Forest State Park Free
Oversee Property State Park Free
Palmer Sp State Park Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park State Park Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail State Park Free
Pequest River Grny State Park Free
Promised Land State Park State Park Free
Ralph Stover State Park State Park Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Ridley Creek State Park State Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Rocky Run Acquisition State Park Free
Rutgers Community Park State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Shikellamy State Park State Park Free
Steamtown National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Sunset Lake State Park Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Sp State Park Free
Susquehanna State Park State Park Free
Susquehannock State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial National Memorial Free
The Cauffiel Estate State Park Free
Tobyhanna State Park State Park Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
White Clay Creek State Park State Park Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad State Park Free
Wilmington State Parks State Park Free
Worlds End State Park State Park Free

Museums in West Hamburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FREEDMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM6109217541$92,682,086
HAWK MOUNTAIN SANCTUARY ASSOCIATIONZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION6107566961$3,314,392
FOUNDATION FOR THE READING PUBLIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6103715850$3,215,357
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM500 MUSEUM ROAD6103715850$3,215,357
READING PUBLIC MUSEUM & ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6103715850$3,215,357
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BERKS COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6103754375$816,388
MID ATLANTIC AIR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM11 MUSEUM DRIVE6103727333$486,974
HEIDELBERG HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION182 WEST PENN AVENUE & 20 EAST PENN AVENUE6106786202$291,595
READING PUBLIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$162,180
READING RAILROAD HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION500 SOUTH THIRD STREET6105625513$157,391
MAJESTIC THEATER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION209 N CENTRE STREET$78,887
CENTRE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICTHISTORIC PRESERVATION6103757860$43,006
READING FAIRGROUNDS RACING HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONREADING6109162331$38,248
ALBANY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION404 OLD PHILLY PIKE6107375094$33,727
KUTZTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY 1892 PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$33,333
TAMAQUA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5706685722$32,508
NICHOLAS STOLTZFUS HOUSEHISTORY MUSEUM7178087785$29,295
ROBESONIA FURNACEHISTORY MUSEUM$10,963
READING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$8,455
ANDULHEA HERITAGE CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION4 CHURCH STREET7179335792
BERKS CONSERVANCYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER25 N 11TH STREET6103724992
BERKS COUNTY HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6103728939
CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA AFRICAN-AMERICAN MUSEUM AT OLD BETHEL AME CHURCHHISTORY MUSEUM
CONRAD WEISER HOMESTEADHISTORIC PRESERVATION30 WEISER CT6105892934
DREIBELBIS FARM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6104887896
FLEETWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FRACKVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708743219
FREYBERGER GALLERYART MUSEUM
HAMBURG AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6105623664
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SCHUYLKILL COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5706227540
MENGEL NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MILLER GALLERYART MUSEUM
NEAG PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM500 MUSEUM ROAD
OLD DRY ROAD FARMGENERAL MUSEUM6106781226
OLEY VALLEY HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
ORWIGSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5703668769
PENNSYLVANIA SKI AND WINTER SPORTS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5704214727
READING AREA FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6103752066
READING PUBLIC MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM500 MUSEUM ROAD6103715850
READING-BERKS HISTORIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM
SINKING SPRING AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND HERITAGE PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION6106784219
ST CLAIR COMMUNITY & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5706246571
WORLD WAR II HISTORICAL PRESERVATION GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION2099963055

Libraries in West Hamburg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
READING PUBLIC LIBRARY100 S. 5TH STREET0.0359,832
EXETER COMMUNITY LIBRARY4569 PRESTWICK DRIVE0.0152,981
SPRING TOWNSHIP LIBRARY78-C COMMERCE DRIVE0.0103,202
MUHLENBERG COMMUNITY LIBRARY3612 KUTZTOWN RD0.081,997
MIFFLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY6 PHILADELPHIA AVE.0.076,053
KUTZTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY70 BIEBER ALLEY0.070,155
POTTSVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY215 W MARKET ST0.064,349
WYOMISSING PUBLIC LIBRARY9 READING BLVD0.049,608
HAMBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY35 NORTH 3RD ST0.049,261
SINKING SPRING PUBLIC LIBRARY3940 PENN AVE0.038,275
ROBESONIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY75-A SOUTH BROOKE ST0.037,176
ORWIGSBURG AREA FR PUB LIBRARY214 E. INDEPENDENCE ST0.034,447
WERNERSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY100 NORTH REBER STREET0.031,534
FLEETWOOD AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY110 W ARCH ST0.031,110
SCHUYLKILL VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY1310 WASHINGTON RD0.027,601
WOMELSDORF COMMUNITY LIBRARY203 W HIGH ST0.025,427
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN FR PUB LIB104 SAINT JOHN ST0.024,819
BERNVILLE AREA COMMUNITY LIB6721 BERNVILLE RD.0.022,784
FRACKVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY56 NORTH LEHIGH AVENUE0.022,121
TAMAQUA PUBLIC LIBRARY30 SOUTH RAILROAD ST0.020,400
PORT CARBON PUBLIC LIBRARY111 PIKE ST0.06,125

Farmers Markets in West Hamburg

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fairgrounds Farmers Market2935 N. 5th St.
Leesport Farmers Market Inc.312 Gernants Church Road, P.O. Box 747Wed: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Penn Street Market800 Block of Penn Street06/06/2014 to 10/03/2014Fri: 10:30 AM-2:30 PM;YesVisit
Pottsville Farmers MarketArch St.
Renningers Farmers Market740 Noble St.
Renningers Farmers Market and Auction443 Route 61 S
Shillington Farmers market10 South Summit Avenue

Hotels in West Hamburg

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Microtel Inn & Suites

Restaurants in West Hamburg

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cracker Barrel
J. A. Shau Buffet
Logan's Roadhouse
Red Robin

Cafes in West Hamburg

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Veterinaries in West Hamburg

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bliss Haven Animal Clinic

Gas Stations in West Hamburg

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell
Shell
Wawa

Breweries in West Hamburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clover Farms Dairy Co Inc, Beverages Wholesale & Manufacturers, Reading, Home, Beverages, Fluid Milk Manufacturers, Reading, 3300 Pottsville Pike6109219111Visit
D G Yuengling & Son IncBrewers501 Mahantongo St5706224141Visit
D.g. Yuengling and Son BreweryFood & Drink, Tours & Activities, Breweries, Tours, Factory Tours5TH & Mahantongo Sts5706224141
Glen Galen Vineyard & WineryVineyards, , manufacturing, Andreas Wineries, Beverages, Wines, Wineries, Andreas, and Brandy Spiri38 Locust Ln5703863682Visit
Kutztown Bottling Worksmfg, , Beer and Ale, Beverages, ale, Breweries, alcoholic, Kutztown Beer and Other Fermented Malt Li78 S Whiteoak St6106837377Visit
Kutztown TavernBrewery, American Restaurant, and Burger Joint, Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, T272 W Main St6106839600Visit
Legacy Brewing, Reading, Beverages, Brew Pubs, Reading, PA, (1), Malt Beverages, (1),, (2), PA, Reading Brewers535 Canal St6103769996Visit
Mchugh's BrewsRestaurants, Brewers, Bar & Grills2067 W Penn Pike5708184444
Saucony Creek Brewing CoBreweries, Food & Drink15032 Kutztown Rd16106833128
Sunsweet Growers Incmfg, manufacturing, Fruits, Home, Fleetwood Fruits, Dried or Dehydrated, Except Freeze-Dried, prepar105 S Buttonwood St6109440411Visit
Vettes IncCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Cocktail Lounge Restau91 Macomb St5702776503
Yuengling Beer CoBrewers310 Mill Creek Ave5706220153Visit

Cell Towers in West Hamburg

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
TUMBLING RUN ROAD (2258)LTOWER105
2 MILES NE OF I/S RT. 61 & TWP HWY 692ATOWER96
2 MILES NE OF I/S RT. 61 & TWP HWY 692ATOWER96
23 Overlook Drive (101799)LTOWER78
OLD RT 22 (14631)LTOWER76
2 MI W OF THE INT OF RT 737 & US RT 22TOWER76
1124 Catawissa Road (110465)LTOWER66
1404 BROAD STREET (40490)LTOWER61
DEER LAKE CELL SITE-2 MILES NW FROM I/S OF MOUNTAIN RD. & DREHERSVILLE RD.TOWER61
(Tamaqua)2 MILES SE OF I/S RT. 209 & RT. 309GTOWER61
(Tamaqua)2 MILES SE OF I/S RT. 209 & RT. 309GTOWER61
DEER LAKE CELL SITE-2 MILES NW FROM I/S OF MOUNTAIN RD. & DREHERSVILLE RD.TOWER61
8444 KISTLER VALLEY ROAD (49224)MTOWER57
IRISH CREEK ROAD RURAL ROUTE 1 (2165)LTOWER57
2451 ROUTE 143 (83261)MTOWER56
INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 183 AND 78 (2199)LTOWER55
Amblestone Drive and Mountain Holly LaneTOWER49
9113 RED RD. (44133)MTOWER47

Bridges in West Hamburg

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19623432,446F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19623332,446F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202112022,048G
Tee BeamConcrete1932293,399F
Tee BeamConcrete1932253,399P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1987432,847G
Tee BeamConcrete1932462,284F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1960126719F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2015228703G
SlabConcrete198123200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19682975F
SlabConcrete19632775F

Amtrak Stations in West Hamburg

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Reading, PA701 Franklin StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near West Hamburg

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BERKS PROD CORP/ONTELAUNEE726 SPRING STREETBERKS
E.J. BRENEMAN INC.1117 SNYDER RDBERKS
GILBERTON POWER CO50 ELEANOR DRSCHUYLKILL
ONTELAUNEE POWER OPR CO LLC/ONTELAUNEE PLTPA STATE ROUTE 61 NORTHBERKS
ONTELAUNEE POWER OPR CO LLC/ONTELAUNEE PLTPA STATE ROUTE 61 NORTHBERKS
READING OFFICE2800 POTTSVILLE PIKEBERKS
SUNSWEET GROWERS INC/FLEETWOOD105 SOUTH BUTTONWOOD STBERKS

Airports Near West Hamburg

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lancaster AirportLNSMedium Airport
Lehigh Valley International AirportABEMedium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field)RDGMedium Airport
Allentown Queen City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Altemose UltralightportSmall Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Bally Spring Farm AirportSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Beltzville AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Benton AirportSmall Airport
Bert's AirportSmall Airport
Black Landing FieldSmall Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Blue Mountain Academy (Private) AirportSmall Airport
Boyer AirportSmall Airport
Brandywine Regional AirportSmall Airport
Broadt Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Bugs AirportSmall Airport
Bullfly UltralightportSmall Airport
Butter Valley Golf Port AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Valley AirportSmall Airport
Chester County G O Carlson AirportCTHSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Countryside AirportSmall Airport
Crosswinds AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuatros Vientos AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
Danville AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirportSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadows AirstripSmall Airport
Dimascio FieldSmall Airport
Don's Place AirparkSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
East Penn AirportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Fetters Construction AirportSmall Airport
Flying M AerodromeSmall Airport
Grimes AirportSmall Airport
Grover AirportSmall Airport
Gunden AirportSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport
Hazleton Municipal AirportHZLSmall Airport
Heritage FieldPTWSmall Airport
Hi-Vu AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in West Hamburg

22 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
2175 Blakeslee Boulevard Drive West
Bernville Police Department
Cass Township Police Department1209 Valley Road
Central Berks Regional Police Department2147 Perkiomen Avenue
Exeter Township Police Department4975 Demoss Road
Frackville Police Department42 South Center Street
Kutztown Police Dept
Lower Heidelberg Township Police Station
Millcreek Township Police
New Castle Township Police
Norwegian Township Police Department
Palo Alto Police Department142 East Bacon Street
Pennsylvania State Police - Troop L - Frackville31 Eleanor Avenue
Pennsylvania State Police: Troop L - Schuylkill Haven
Port Carbon Police Department301 1st Street
Pottsville Police Station401 North Centre Street
Saint Clair Borough Police Department24 North 2nd Street
Sinking Spring Police Department3940 Penn Avenue
State Police Station Troop L600 Kenhorst Boulevard
Tamaqua Police Department320 East Broad Street
Township of Spring Police
West Penn Township Police Department5 Municipal Road
West Reading PD500 Chestnut Street

Grocery Stores in West Hamburg

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 60106Supermarket15 Wilderness Trl
Dollar Tree 5139Other1780 Tilden Ridge Dr
Walmart 4612Super Store1800 Tilden Ridge
Wawa 8051Convenience Store515 Lowland Rd

Treatment Centers in West Hamburg

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Child and Family Support ServicesBoth610-376-8558
Childrens Home of Reading - Neag and Cottage RTFMental Health610-478-8266
CHOR Youth and Family Services Inc - APHPMental Health610-478-8266
Commonwealth Clinical Group IncMental Health610-372-5645 x302
CONCERN Professional Services for - Children Youth and FamiliesMental Health610-541-2309 x416
Conewago PottsvilleSubstance Abuse570-628-5835
Family Guidance Center - Friend IncMental Health610-374-4963
Family Guidance Center - The Hamburg CenterMental Health610-374-4963
Malvern Comm Health Services Inc - ReadingMental Health267-776-4171
Redco Group Behav Health Servs - Turning PointMental Health570-628-5234
Threshold Rehabilitation Services IncMental Health610-777-7691 x151

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Hamburg

What is the population of West Hamburg?

West Hamburg has a population of 1,920 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 591 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is West Hamburg expensive to live in?

West Hamburg has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $73,712, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,800 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $811 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is West Hamburg safe?

West Hamburg is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 350 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,400 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, West Hamburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Hamburg?

West Hamburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in West Hamburg?

The job market in West Hamburg is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,041. There are 2,961 business establishments in the area, including 248 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 10.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Hamburg?

The median home value in West Hamburg is $150,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,579. For renters, the median monthly rent is $811. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 91.8%. The average annual property tax is $5,393.

How are the schools in West Hamburg?

Schools in West Hamburg score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.5% of adults in West Hamburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Hamburg?

The obesity rate in West Hamburg is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.6% of adults are smokers. 38.7% are physically inactive. 75.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,990.

What is transportation like in West Hamburg?

The average commute in West Hamburg is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Hamburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Hamburg is 94.8% White, 0.8% Black or African American. 96.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 18.2% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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