Yorklyn, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Yorklyn is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,402. Residents earn $75,746 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,402 Population 3,116/sq mi density
$75,746 Median Income $44,002 per capita
$194,200 Home Value
$1,138 Median Rent
54°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
$75,746 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,200 home value, $1,138/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,746
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $194,200
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,138
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,402
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density3,116/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,746
Per Capita$44,002
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,200
Rent$1,138
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Elevation422 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute18 min
Libraries14

Is Yorklyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yorklyn 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, high health insurance coverage. Yorklyn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yorklyn is $75,746, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yorklyn is $194,200, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,138 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Yorklyn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Yorklyn has a population of 1,402 with a density of 3,116 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.3%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,402
Total Population
3,116
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Yorklyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.7%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.3%
14% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yorklyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yorklyn is $75,746, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Yorklyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,746
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,002
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Yorklyn is $194,200, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,138 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,200
31% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,138
2% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Premature Death7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,029

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Yorklyn has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation422 ft (129 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density3,116/sq mi
Coordinates39.9929°N, 76.6428°W
County FIPS42133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,116/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Work from Home12.0%

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