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Cost of living in Lower Allen summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lower Allen. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Pennsylvania. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lower Allen is 99 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lower Allen is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Lower Allen is $292,401.
The median income in Lower Allen is $88,533.
Lower Allen's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lower Allen Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lower Allen | Pennsylvania | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 99 | 97 | 100 |
| Services | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 103 | 88 | 100 |
| Housing | 101 | 102 | 100 |
| Transportation | 95 | 100 | 100 |
| Utilities | 97 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lower Allen, PA Weather
The average high in Lower Allen is 62.2° and the average low is 42.7°.
There are 76.4 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 41.8 inches of precipitation each year with 28.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lower Allen |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 62.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.7 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 76.4 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 41.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 28.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Lower Allen Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lower Allen
The current population in Lower Allen is 7,646. The population has increased 10.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7,646 | 0.8% |
| 2023 | 7,582 | 3.2% |
| 2022 | 7,350 | 4.7% |
| 2021 | 7,019 | -1.6% |
| 2020 | 7,132 | 4.3% |
| 2019 | 6,840 | -1.4% |
| 2018 | 6,937 | -2.7% |
| 2017 | 7,128 | 1.0% |
| 2016 | 7,054 | 2.0% |
| 2015 | 6,919 | -1.3% |
| 2014 | 7,012 | 1.2% |
| 2013 | 6,931 | 6.8% |
| 2012 | 6,489 | -2.6% |
| 2011 | 6,665 | -3.5% |
| 2010 | 6,910 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lower Allen
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Lower Allen is:
74.0% White with 5,660 White residents.
3.0% African American with 228 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
4.6% Asian with 354 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
6.6% Two Or More with 504 Two Or More residents.
11.8% Hispanic with 900 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lower Allen | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 74.0% | 73.0% | 57.4% |
| African American | 3.0% | 10.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.6% | 3.8% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.6% | 3.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 11.8% | 8.7% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lower Allen
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Lower Allen is 51.9% female with 3,971 female residents.
Lower Allen is 48.1% male with 3,674 male residents.
| Gender | Lower Allen | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lower Allen for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed 9-12th grade.
24.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed high school / ged.
16.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed some college.
9.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed associate's degree.
31.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed bachelor's degree.
11.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Lower Allen completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lower Allen | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 24.0% | 33.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 16.0% | 15.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 11.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lower Allen, Pennsylvania
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1.2% of households in Lower Allen earn Less than $10,000.
1.7% of households in Lower Allen earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.9% of households in Lower Allen earn $15,000 to $24,999.
9.7% of households in Lower Allen earn $25,000 to $34,999.
9.6% of households in Lower Allen earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.9% of households in Lower Allen earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.0% of households in Lower Allen earn $75,000 to $99,999.
18.8% of households in Lower Allen earn $100,000 to $149,999.
11.8% of households in Lower Allen earn $150,000 to $199,999.
11.6% of households in Lower Allen earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lower Allen | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.2% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.7% | 3.5% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.9% | 6.7% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.7% | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.6% | 10.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.9% | 15.9% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.0% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.8% | 17.7% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 11.8% | 9.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 11.6% | 11.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
