What are the schools like in Rimersburg, PA?

Rimersburg is served primarily by Union SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.9:1.

What is the median household income in Rimersburg?

The median household income in Rimersburg, PA is $46,964 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Rimersburg, PA?

Rimersburg has an average high temperature of 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Rimersburg, PA affordable or expensive?

Rimersburg's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rimersburg is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $74,500 and the median rent is $680 per month.

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

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

Is Rimersburg, PA a Good Place to Live?

Rimersburg is a small town of 1,078 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $46,964 . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Rimersburg 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: 88.6

Rimersburg's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rimersburg costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rimersburg, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$74,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$680	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,964	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Rimersburg is served primarily by Union SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Rimersburg, PA	National Avg
School District	Union SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rimersburg sees average highs of 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July, with 46.9 inches of annual precipitation and 34.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rimersburg, PA
Average High — January	33.3°F
Average High — July	82.2°F
Annual Precipitation	46.9"
Annual Snowfall	34.5"

Demographics

Metric	Rimersburg, PA	National Avg
Population	1,078	—
Median Age	40.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.8%	22.2%
65 and over	20.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sligo, PA 5 mi Callensburg, PA 7 mi East Brady, PA 7 mi Templeton, PA 9 mi South Bethlehem, PA 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Rimersburg

Rimersburg, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16248

Rimersburg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rimersburg, PA affordable or expensive?

Rimersburg's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rimersburg roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $74,500 and median rent is $680/month.

What is the crime rate in Rimersburg, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Rimersburg?

Public schools in Rimersburg are operated by Union SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1. 11.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Rimersburg, PA a good place to live?

Rimersburg, PA has a population of 1,078, a median household income of $46,964, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Rimersburg?

Rimersburg averages 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.9 inches with about 34.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Rimersburg?

Rimersburg, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16248.

What is the population of Rimersburg?

The population of Rimersburg, Pennsylvania is 1,078 with a median age of 40.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rimersburg?

Key numbers for living in Rimersburg: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $74,500, median household income $46,964, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rimersburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.