Souderton, PA 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Souderton Pennsylvania is a great location for retirees who prefer small towns to an urban environment. Souderton’s population in the 2020 census was 7,191 giving residents an option for a close-knit community way of life. Allentown, Philadelphia, and Trenton, NJ are all within 30 miles of Souderton, giving active adults an easy drive to go enjoy shopping, dining, and city entertainment.

Climate

The Souderton area sees about 32 inches of rain per year, much of it falling during the months of July and August. Average winter temperatures range from 23° to 35° and snow accumulations average 14 inches. Summer in Souderton is hot with summer temperatures averaging between 66° and 85° with 75% humidity.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

There are a variety of leisure options for active adults in the Souderton area, including:

 Art & performances

• • The Montgomery Theatre

Historical sites and museums

• • South Perkasie Covered Bridge

Outdoor activities

• • Banbury-Mopac Trail
  • Indian Valley Country Club
  • Peace Valley Nature Center

Cost of Living & Taxes

Pennsylvania is tax-friendly toward retirees as they do not tax retirement income including pensions, social security, 401Ks, or IRAs. For those still working, the income tax rate is a flat 3.07 percent. Property taxes in Pennsylvania are higher than the national average but do vary by county. Seniors 65+ are eligible to a rebate on property taxes if they meet income requirements. The sales tax in Pennsylvania is 6% with a 1% local tax for purchases in Allegheny County and a 2% added tax for purchases in Philadelphia.

Souderton’s cost of living is 15% higher than the national average, primarily due to high housing costs. Property taxes in Souderton average 1.56% of a property’s assessed fair market value.

Health Care

Souderton’s closest hospitals include:

Grandview Health Sellersville is a 169 bed Level II trauma center and has received awards in multiple health care specialties including stroke care, geriatric emergency medicine, cardiovascular care, and cancer care.

Jefferson Health Lansdale is a 140 bed hospital which has been recognized as an Age Friendly Care hospital and is rated as high performing by U.S. News & World Reports in joint replacements and COPD care.

St. Luke’s Hospital Quakertown Campus has 79 beds and is a top performing hospital in quality and safety earning 5 star ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid. St. Luke’s has also received awards for patient safety, stroke care, and was named one of the world’s best hospitals by Newsweek magazine for the third consecutive year.