Shavertown is a good choice for families with children because of several factors. Many other families with children live here, making it a place where both parents and children are more likely to develop social ties with other families. The town’s good public school district and large population of college-educated adults provide an environment conducive to academic success. Many people own their own single-family homes, providing areas for children to play and stability in the community. Finally, Shavertown’s overall crime rate ranks among the lowest in the country, making it one of the safest places to raise a family.
As is often the case in a small town, Shavertown doesn't have a public transportation system that people use for their commute.
The education level of Shavertown citizens is very high relative to the national average among all cities (21.84%): 34.99% of adults in Shavertown have a bachelor's degree or even advanced degree.
The per capita income in Shavertown in 2022 was $34,008, which is middle income relative to Pennsylvania and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $136,032 for a family of four. However, Shavertown contains both very wealthy and poor people as well.
The people who call Shavertown home describe themselves as belonging to a variety of racial and ethnic groups. The greatest number of Shavertown residents report their race to be White. Important ancestries of people in Shavertown include Irish, Polish, German, English, and Welsh.
The most common language spoken in Shavertown is English. Other important languages spoken here include Polish and Italian.
