What are the schools like in Hatfield, PA?

Hatfield is served primarily by North Penn SD. The district operates 13 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.6:1.

What is the median household income in Hatfield?

The median household income in Hatfield, PA is $65,257 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.2%.

What is the weather like in Hatfield, PA?

Hatfield has an average high temperature of 37.9°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Hatfield, PA affordable or expensive?

Hatfield's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hatfield is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $296,600 and the median rent is $1,255 per month.

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

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

Is Hatfield, PA a Good Place to Live?

Hatfield is a small town of 3,490 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $65,257 and a 4.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

Strengths: Hatfield stands out for solid school ratings (B+).

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

All Hatfield 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: 103.5

Hatfield's overall cost of living index is 103.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hatfield costs roughly 4% more than the average American city.

Metric	Hatfield, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$296,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,255	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	44.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,257	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Hatfield is served primarily by North Penn SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hatfield, PA	National Avg
School District	North Penn SD	—
Elementary Schools	13	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	34.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hatfield sees average highs of 37.9°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 49.4 inches of annual precipitation and 21.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hatfield, PA
Average High — January	37.9°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	49.4"
Annual Snowfall	21.7"

Demographics

Metric	Hatfield, PA	National Avg
Population	3,490	—
Median Age	35.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	59.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	5.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.1%	18.9%
Asian	26.2%	6.3%
Under 18	25.8%	22.2%
65 and over	14.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lansdale, PA 3 mi Souderton, PA 3 mi Kulpsville, PA 3 mi Montgomeryville, PA 4 mi Telford, PA 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Hatfield

Hatfield, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

19440

Hatfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hatfield, PA affordable or expensive?

Hatfield's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts Hatfield roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $296,600 and median rent is $1,255/month.

What is the crime rate in Hatfield, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Hatfield?

Public schools in Hatfield are operated by North Penn SD. The district has 13 elementary, 3 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.6:1. 34.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hatfield, PA a good place to live?

Hatfield, PA has a population of 3,490, a median household income of $65,257, and an unemployment rate of 4.2%. 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 Hatfield?

Hatfield averages 37.9°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.4 inches with about 21.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hatfield?

Hatfield, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 19440.

What is the population of Hatfield?

The population of Hatfield, Pennsylvania is 3,490 with a median age of 35.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hatfield?

Key numbers for living in Hatfield: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $296,600, median household income $65,257, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hatfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.