Womelsdorf, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Womelsdorf is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,882. Residents earn $100,227 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,882 Population 3,313/sq mi density
$100,227 Median Income $32,991 per capita
$194,900 Home Value $301,207 Zillow
$1,214 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
178 Violent Crime/100K 1,031 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$100,227 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,900 home value, $1,214/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
178 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,227
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $194,900
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 178/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,214
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,882
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density3,313/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,227
Per Capita$32,991
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,900
Rent$1,214
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,207
Rent Burden18.3%

Crime

F
Violent178/100K
Property1,031/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault142/100K
Burglary178/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation416 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Broadband91.4%
Libraries6

Is Womelsdorf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Womelsdorf receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Womelsdorf offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Womelsdorf is $100,227, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Womelsdorf among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Womelsdorf is $194,900, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,214 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Womelsdorf is below the national average at 178 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,031 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Womelsdorf 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.

Womelsdorf has a population of 2,882 with a density of 3,313 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

2,882
Total Population
3,313
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Womelsdorf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Womelsdorf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Womelsdorf is $100,227, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Womelsdorf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,227
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,991
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% 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 Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Womelsdorf is $194,900, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,214 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,207.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,900
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,207
Median List Price$155,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$155,000
$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio105.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,214
4% above US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Premature Death7,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities286
Womelsdorf has a violent crime rate of 178 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,031 per 100,000 (47% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent177.7/100K
53% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape35.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault142.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,030.6/100K
47% below US avg
Burglary177.7/100K
Theft746.3/100K
Vehicle Theft106.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Womelsdorf 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

Elevation416 ft (127 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density3,313/sq mi
Coordinates40.3670°N, 76.1868°W
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density3,313/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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