What are the schools like in Gratz, PA?

Gratz is served primarily by Upper Dauphin Area SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.0:1.

What is the median household income in Gratz?

The median household income in Gratz, PA is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.7%.

What is the weather like in Gratz, PA?

Gratz has an average high temperature of 36.9°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Gratz, PA affordable or expensive?

Gratz's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gratz is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $134,100 and the median rent is $716 per month.

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

Gratz has a violent crime rate of 172.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 430.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gratz, PA a Good Place to Live?

Gratz is a small town of 624 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of N/A and a 5.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Gratz is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Gratz 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: 96.5

Gratz's overall cost of living index is 96.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gratz costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gratz, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$134,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$716	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	51.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Gratz's violent crime rate is 172.1 per 100,000 residents — 55% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

172.1 /100k

Property Crime

430.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Gratz is served primarily by Upper Dauphin Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gratz, PA	National Avg
School District	Upper Dauphin Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	7.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	78.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gratz sees average highs of 36.9°F in January and 83.7°F in July, with 50.9 inches of annual precipitation and 27.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gratz, PA
Average High — January	36.9°F
Average High — July	83.7°F
Annual Precipitation	50.9"
Annual Snowfall	27.6"

Demographics

Metric	Gratz, PA	National Avg
Population	624	—
Median Age	52.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	78.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	20.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	11.9%	22.2%
65 and over	18.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wiconsico, PA 3 mi Lykens, PA 3 mi Klingerstown, PA 4 mi Berrysburg, PA 5 mi Pillow, PA 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Gratz

Gratz, PA is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

17048 17030

Gratz vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gratz, PA affordable or expensive?

Gratz's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gratz roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $134,100 and median rent is $716/month.

What is the crime rate in Gratz, PA?

Gratz's violent crime rate is 172.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 430.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gratz?

Public schools in Gratz are operated by Upper Dauphin Area SD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1. 7.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gratz, PA a good place to live?

Gratz, PA has a population of 624, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 5.7%. 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 Gratz?

Gratz averages 36.9°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.9 inches with about 27.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Gratz?

Gratz, PA is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 17048, 17030.

What is the population of Gratz?

The population of Gratz, Pennsylvania is 624 with a median age of 52.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gratz?

Key numbers for living in Gratz: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $134,100, median household income N/A, crime index 35 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gratz side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.