Frequently Asked Questions
Is Temple a good place to live?
Temple is a good place to live, receiving 3.9 stars from its residents. Temple is considered fairly walkable and bikeable. Temple is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Temple has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.2 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $71,195 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 8.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Temple are home owners, with 31.6% of residents renting and 68.4% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Temple can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Temple neighborhood guide.
Is Temple, PA a safe neighborhood?
Temple, PA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Temple?
The median home price in Temple is $263,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $52,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.76%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,370 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $59K a year to afford the median home price in Temple. The average household income in Temple is $71K.
What are the best public schools in Temple?
The best public schools that serve Temple are:
- Muhlenberg High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- Muhlenberg Elementary Center has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Muhlenberg Junior High School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
What are the best private schools in Temple?
The best private schools that serve Temple are:
- Holy Guardian Angels Regional School has a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Temple, Temple, PA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Temple, Temple, PA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Temple, Temple, PA are Outer Muhlenberg Township, Muhlenberg Park, Riverview Park, Hyde Park-Muhlenberg and Fox Chase.
