What are the schools like in South Bethlehem, PA?

School district data for South Bethlehem is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in South Bethlehem?

The median household income in South Bethlehem, PA is $40,313 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.6%.

What is the weather like in South Bethlehem, PA?

South Bethlehem has an average high temperature of 34.6°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.5 inches.

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

Q: Is South Bethlehem, PA affordable or expensive?

South Bethlehem's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means South Bethlehem is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $99,600 and the median rent is $630 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in South Bethlehem, PA?

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

Is South Bethlehem, PA a Good Place to Live?

South Bethlehem is a small town of 379 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $40,313 and a 1.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: South Bethlehem stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All South Bethlehem 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: 94.4

South Bethlehem's overall cost of living index is 94.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in South Bethlehem costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	South Bethlehem, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$99,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$630	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$40,313	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	South Bethlehem, PA	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

South Bethlehem sees average highs of 34.6°F in January and 82.2°F in July, with 45.7 inches of annual precipitation and 34.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	South Bethlehem, PA
Average High — January	34.6°F
Average High — July	82.2°F
Annual Precipitation	45.7"
Annual Snowfall	34.5"

Demographics

Metric	South Bethlehem, PA	National Avg
Population	379	—
Median Age	50.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.6%	22.2%
65 and over	21.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

New Bethlehem, PA 1 mi Hawthorn, PA 3 mi Timblin, PA 8 mi Templeton, PA 8 mi Rimersburg, PA 9 mi

South Bethlehem vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Bethlehem, PA affordable or expensive?

South Bethlehem's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes South Bethlehem roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $99,600 and median rent is $630/month.

What is the crime rate in South Bethlehem, PA?

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

What are the schools like in South Bethlehem?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is South Bethlehem, PA a good place to live?

South Bethlehem, PA has a population of 379, a median household income of $40,313, and an unemployment rate of 1.6%. 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 South Bethlehem?

South Bethlehem averages 34.6°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.7 inches with about 34.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of South Bethlehem?

The population of South Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is 379 with a median age of 50.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in South Bethlehem?

Key numbers for living in South Bethlehem: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $99,600, median household income $40,313. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare South Bethlehem side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.