Wrightsville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Wrightsville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,188. Residents earn $72,727 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,188 Population 3,315/sq mi density
$72,727 Median Income $32,069 per capita
$164,800 Home Value $268,188 Zillow
$1,029 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,727 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,800 home value, $1,029/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,727
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,800
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,029
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,188
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density3,315/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,727
Per Capita$32,069
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,800
Rent$1,029
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,188

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,790/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary175/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation314 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute22 min
EV Stations5
Libraries17

Is Wrightsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wrightsville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Wrightsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wrightsville is $72,727, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wrightsville is $164,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,029 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Wrightsville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,790 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wrightsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wrightsville has a population of 2,188 with a density of 3,315 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%).

Population

2,188
Total Population
3,315
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wrightsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wrightsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wrightsville is $72,727, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Wrightsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,727
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,069
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wrightsville is $164,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,029 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,188.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,800
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,188

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,029
12% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,100

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Wrightsville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,790 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,789.6/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary174.6/100K
Theft1,615.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Wrightsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation314 ft (96 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density3,315/sq mi
Coordinates40.0239°N, 76.5312°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,315/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home4.1%

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