What are the schools like in Arendtsville, PA?

Arendtsville is served primarily by Upper Adams SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7:1.

What is the median household income in Arendtsville?

The median household income in Arendtsville, PA is $98,409 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.

What is the weather like in Arendtsville, PA?

Arendtsville has an average high temperature of 38.1°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.0 inches.

Arendtsville, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Arendtsville, PA affordable or expensive?

Arendtsville's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Arendtsville is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $189,200 and the median rent is $893 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Arendtsville, PA?

Crime rate data for Arendtsville is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Arendtsville, PA a Good Place to Live?

Arendtsville is a small town of 760 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $98,409 and a 1.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Arendtsville stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Arendtsville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Arendtsville city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 92.7

Arendtsville's overall cost of living index is 92.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Arendtsville costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Arendtsville, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$189,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$893	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$98,409	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Arendtsville is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Arendtsville is served primarily by Upper Adams SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Arendtsville, PA	National Avg
School District	Upper Adams SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Arendtsville sees average highs of 38.1°F in January and 85.5°F in July, with 45.7 inches of annual precipitation and 27.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Arendtsville, PA
Average High — January	38.1°F
Average High — July	85.5°F
Annual Precipitation	45.7"
Annual Snowfall	27.0"

Demographics

Metric	Arendtsville, PA	National Avg
Population	760	—
Median Age	39.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.8%	22.2%
65 and over	16.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Arendtsville

Arendtsville, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

17303

Arendtsville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arendtsville, PA affordable or expensive?

Arendtsville's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Arendtsville roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $189,200 and median rent is $893/month.

What is the crime rate in Arendtsville, PA?

Crime data for Arendtsville is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Arendtsville?

Public schools in Arendtsville are operated by Upper Adams SD. The district has 1 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1. 29.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Arendtsville, PA a good place to live?

Arendtsville, PA has a population of 760, a median household income of $98,409, and an unemployment rate of 1.4%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Arendtsville?

Arendtsville averages 38.1°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.7 inches with about 27.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Arendtsville?

Arendtsville, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 17303.

What is the population of Arendtsville?

The population of Arendtsville, Pennsylvania is 760 with a median age of 39.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Arendtsville?

Key numbers for living in Arendtsville: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $189,200, median household income $98,409, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Arendtsville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.