What are the schools like in Stewartstown, PA?

Stewartstown is served primarily by South Eastern SD. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.6:1.

What is the median household income in Stewartstown?

The median household income in Stewartstown, PA is $80,156 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.8%.

What is the weather like in Stewartstown, PA?

Stewartstown has an average high temperature of 39.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Stewartstown, PA affordable or expensive?

Stewartstown's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Stewartstown is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $254,300 and the median rent is $822 per month.

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

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

Is Stewartstown, PA a Good Place to Live?

Stewartstown is a small town of 1,984 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $80,156 and a 3.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Stewartstown stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (A-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Stewartstown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Stewartstown 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: 96.6

Stewartstown's overall cost of living index is 96.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Stewartstown costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Stewartstown, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$254,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$822	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$80,156	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Stewartstown is served primarily by South Eastern SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Stewartstown, PA	National Avg
School District	South Eastern SD	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Stewartstown sees average highs of 39.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 51.3 inches of annual precipitation and 28.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Stewartstown, PA
Average High — January	39.5°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	51.3"
Annual Snowfall	28.8"

Demographics

Metric	Stewartstown, PA	National Avg
Population	1,984	—
Median Age	43.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	1.3%	6.3%
Under 18	24.6%	22.2%
65 and over	19.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Cross Roads, PA 5 mi Shrewsbury, PA 5 mi Railroad, PA 6 mi New Freedom, PA 6 mi Winterstown, PA 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Stewartstown

Stewartstown, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

17363

Stewartstown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stewartstown, PA affordable or expensive?

Stewartstown's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Stewartstown roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $254,300 and median rent is $822/month.

What is the crime rate in Stewartstown, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Stewartstown?

Public schools in Stewartstown are operated by South Eastern SD. The district has 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.6:1. 31.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Stewartstown, PA a good place to live?

Stewartstown, PA has a population of 1,984, a median household income of $80,156, and an unemployment rate of 3.8%. 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 Stewartstown?

Stewartstown averages 39.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.3 inches with about 28.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Stewartstown?

Stewartstown, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 17363.

What is the population of Stewartstown?

The population of Stewartstown, Pennsylvania is 1,984 with a median age of 43.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Stewartstown?

Key numbers for living in Stewartstown: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $254,300, median household income $80,156, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Stewartstown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.