York Springs, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

York Springs is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 871. Residents earn $75,750 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
871 Population 4,355/sq mi density
$75,750 Median Income $25,228 per capita
$181,100 Home Value $334,882 Zillow
$1,045 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,750 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,100 home value, $1,045/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,750
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $181,100
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,045
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population871
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density4,355/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,750
Per Capita$25,228
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,100
Rent$1,045
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$334,882
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation617 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+77.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries8

Is York Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, York Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. York Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in York Springs is $75,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in York Springs is $181,100, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,045 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

York Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

York Springs has a population of 871 with a density of 4,355 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.3%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

871
Total Population
4,355
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

York Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.9%
17% below US avg
Spanish35.1%
162% above US avg

Social Characteristics

York Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in York Springs is $75,750, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: York Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,750
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,228
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in York Springs is $181,100, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,045 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,882.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,100
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$334,882

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,045
10% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.5%
Premature Death5,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities836

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

York Springs has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density4,355/sq mi
Coordinates40.0093°N, 77.1159°W
County FIPS42041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+77.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,355/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home9.3%

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