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Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County), PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 706. Residents earn $85,063 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
706 Population 793/sq mi density
$85,063 Median Income $39,261 per capita
$266,700 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$85,063 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$266,700 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,063
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $266,700
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

How Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population706
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density793/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans1.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,063
Per Capita$39,261
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$11,249M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units271
Rent Burden35.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+82.2%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute24 min
Broadband67.6%
Libraries5

Is Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) is $85,063, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) is $266,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) has a population of 706 with a density of 793 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

706
Total Population
793
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.4%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.6%
151% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) is $85,063, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,063
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,261
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$84,665

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,610
County GDP$11,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants342
Healthcare404
Retail407
Manufacturing161

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone47.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) is $266,700, 5% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,700
5% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units271
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
Aaronsburg CDP (Centre County) has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall35.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density793/sq mi
Coordinates40.9042°N, 77.4513°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin. 67.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.9%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+82.2%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density793/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.6%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants342
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone47.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.8%

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