What are the schools like in Hawthorn, PA?

Hawthorn is served primarily by Redbank Valley SD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.2:1.

What is the median household income in Hawthorn?

The median household income in Hawthorn, PA is $43,929 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.1%.

What is the weather like in Hawthorn, PA?

Hawthorn has an average high temperature of 34.6°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Hawthorn, PA affordable or expensive?

Hawthorn's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hawthorn is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $89,800 and the median rent is $772 per month.

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

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

Is Hawthorn, PA a Good Place to Live?

Hawthorn is a small town of 480 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $43,929 and a 9.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Hawthorn 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 Hawthorn is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hawthorn 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: 90.6

Hawthorn's overall cost of living index is 90.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hawthorn costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hawthorn, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$89,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$772	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,929	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Hawthorn is served primarily by Redbank Valley SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hawthorn, PA	National Avg
School District	Redbank Valley SD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hawthorn sees average highs of 34.6°F in January and 82.2°F in July, with 46.2 inches of annual precipitation and 34.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hawthorn, PA
Average High — January	34.6°F
Average High — July	82.2°F
Annual Precipitation	46.2"
Annual Snowfall	34.5"

Demographics

Metric	Hawthorn, PA	National Avg
Population	480	—
Median Age	45.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.7%	22.2%
65 and over	24.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

New Bethlehem, PA 2 mi South Bethlehem, PA 3 mi Timblin, PA 6 mi Worthville, PA 7 mi Summerville, PA 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Hawthorn

Hawthorn, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16230

Hawthorn vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hawthorn, PA affordable or expensive?

Hawthorn's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hawthorn roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $89,800 and median rent is $772/month.

What is the crime rate in Hawthorn, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Hawthorn?

Public schools in Hawthorn are operated by Redbank Valley SD. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1. 11.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hawthorn, PA a good place to live?

Hawthorn, PA has a population of 480, a median household income of $43,929, and an unemployment rate of 9.1%. 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 Hawthorn?

Hawthorn averages 34.6°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.2 inches with about 34.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hawthorn?

Hawthorn, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16230.

What is the population of Hawthorn?

The population of Hawthorn, Pennsylvania is 480 with a median age of 45.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hawthorn?

Key numbers for living in Hawthorn: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $89,800, median household income $43,929, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hawthorn side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.