West Hamburg, PA

Pennsylvania

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,920 Population 591/sq mi density
$73,712 Median Income $38,799 per capita
$150,800 Home Value
$811 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great 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
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,712
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,800
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $811
30% lower 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%

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
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation528 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Libraries14

Is West Hamburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Hamburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. West Hamburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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.

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 5.9/10.

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. 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. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%).

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 Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
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. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

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

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
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in West Hamburg is $150,800, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $811 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,800
47% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied91.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Premature Death10,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities347

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

West Hamburg has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density591/sq mi
Coordinates40.5518°N, 76.0049°W
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home10.4%

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