Shoemakersville, PA

Shoemakersville, Pennsylvania

Shoemakersville, Pennsylvania, in Berks county, is 11 miles N of Reading, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 57 miles NW of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Part of the surrounding Reading metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Shoemakersville is home to some 2,124 residents.

The People and Families of Shoemakersville

In Shoemakersville, about 38% of adults are married.

Approximately 7% of Shoemakersville is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then Shoemakersville is very American.

The people of Shoemakersville are more likely male than female. You'll see many senior citizens in the town.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Shoemakersville had a median family income of $47,917. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in Shoemakersville.

Political Inclinations

The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Shoemakersville.

Shoemakersville Housing

According to the 2000 census, 69% of the housing in Shoemakersville was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Shoemakersville, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Shoemakersville, 85% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the town.

High Points

Shoemakersville strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

Category	Trophy
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 5%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 9%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers)	Top 17%

Comparative Profile of Shoemakersville, PA

Comparing Shoemakersville to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Male Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
Age of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Female Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built
Seasonal and Vacation Housing

Shoemakersville Almanac

Shoemakersville Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Shoemakersville Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Shoemakersville residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Shoemakersville, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Shoemakersville Colleges

(List of All Pennsylvania Colleges)

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