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West Wyomissing, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

West Wyomissing is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,263. Residents earn $75,944 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,263 Population 4,028/sq mi density
$75,944 Median Income $34,822 per capita
$180,500 Home Value
$1,304 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,944 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,500 home value, $1,304/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,944
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,500
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.7%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,304
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,263
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density4,028/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,944
Per Capita$34,822
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,500
Rent$1,304
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,479
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation334 ft (102 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.7%
High School+90.1%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute23 min
Broadband94.5%
Libraries25

Is West Wyomissing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Wyomissing receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. West Wyomissing 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 Wyomissing is $75,944, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Wyomissing is $180,500, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,304 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Wyomissing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

West Wyomissing has a population of 3,263 with a density of 4,028 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 5.2% Black.

Population

3,263
Total Population
4,028
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

West Wyomissing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.5%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.5%
105% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Wyomissing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Wyomissing is $75,944, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: West Wyomissing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,944
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,822
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in West Wyomissing is $180,500, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,304 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,500
36% below US avg
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$206
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,304
12% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%
Housing Units1,479
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
West Wyomissing has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation334 ft (102 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density4,028/sq mi
Coordinates40.3222°N, 75.9951°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 94.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.7%
3% below US avg
High School+90.1%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,028/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.5%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home10.8%

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