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Alfarata, PA

Pennsylvania

Alfarata is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 120.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
120 Population 214/sq mi density
$97,100 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $97,100
66% 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 Alfarata Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population120
Median Age13.9 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,043
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,025M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$97,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden22.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute20 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1

Is Alfarata a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alfarata receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Alfarata stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alfarata is $97,100, 66% 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%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Alfarata 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.

Alfarata has a population of 120 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 13.9 years, 64% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

120
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
13.9yrs
Median Age
64% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Alfarata vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alfarata vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alfarata 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 20 minutes.

Income: Alfarata vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,043
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$63,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)581
County GDP$1,025M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare36
Retail67
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,118
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alfarata is $97,100, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,100
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.6%

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%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,118
18% above US avg
Effective Rate4.24%
Alfarata 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

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates40.6619°N, 77.4559°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 61.4-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants32
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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