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Alverda, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Alverda is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 173. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
173 Population 211/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $28,259 per capita
$82,800 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,800 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population173
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density211/mi²
Male / Female67% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$28,259
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,800
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden17.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,927 ft (587 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries14

Is Alverda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alverda receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Alverda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alverda is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alverda is $82,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Alverda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Alverda has a population of 173 with a density of 211 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

173
Total Population
211
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.5%
Female 33.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Alverda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Alverda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alverda is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Alverda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,259
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone64.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Alverda is $82,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,800
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.0%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.62%
Alverda has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,927 ft (587 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density211/sq mi
Coordinates40.6345°N, 78.8584°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density211/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone64.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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