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Acosta, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Acosta is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 225.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
225 Population 978/sq mi density
$107,700 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $107,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Acosta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population225
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density978/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,094
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$107,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,844 ft (562 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+61.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries22

Is Acosta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Acosta receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Acosta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Acosta is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Acosta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches, including 142.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Acosta has a population of 225 with a density of 978 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

225
Total Population
978
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.4%
Female 35.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Acosta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Acosta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Acosta is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Acosta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,094
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Acosta is $107,700, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,700
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate5.67%
Acosta has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall142.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,844 ft (562 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density978/sq mi
Coordinates40.1100°N, 79.0699°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+61.4%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density978/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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