York Haven, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

York Haven is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 993. Residents earn $71,136 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
993 Population 3,310/sq mi density
$71,136 Median Income $27,079 per capita
$159,400 Home Value $308,405 Zillow
$1,229 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,136 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $1,229/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,136
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,229
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population993
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density3,310/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,136
Per Capita$27,079
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$1,229
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,405
Rent Burden22.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation383 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute22 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries10

Is York Haven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, York Haven receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. York Haven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in York Haven is $71,136, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 4.8% 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 York Haven is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,229 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

York Haven 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.

York Haven has a population of 993 with a density of 3,310 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.

Population

993
Total Population
3,310
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

York Haven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

York Haven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in York Haven is $71,136, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: York Haven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,136
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,079
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in York Haven is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,229 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,405.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,405

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,229
6% above US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.89%

Health Metrics: York Haven vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

York Haven 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

Elevation383 ft (117 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density3,310/sq mi
Coordinates40.1104°N, 76.7150°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,310/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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