Archbald, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Archbald is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 7,348. Residents earn $76,315 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
7,348 Population 430/sq mi density
$76,315 Median Income $35,620 per capita
$211,400 Home Value $259,408 Zillow
$951 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
113 Violent Crime/100K 746 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,315 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$211,400 home value, $951/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
113 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,315
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $211,400
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 113/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $951
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,348
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,315
Per Capita$35,620
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,400
Rent$951
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,408

Crime

F
Violent113/100K
Property746/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault113/100K
Burglary155/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation1,124 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute20 min
Libraries10

Is Archbald a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Archbald is $76,315, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 5.2% 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 Archbald is $211,400, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $951 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Archbald is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 746 per 100,000, 62% below the national average.

Education

32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Archbald has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Archbald has a population of 7,348 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

7,348
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
17.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Archbald vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Archbald vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Archbald is $76,315, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Archbald vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,315
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,620
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Archbald is $211,400, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $951 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,408.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,400
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,408
Median List Price$314,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$314,900
$/Sq Ft$177
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops45.5%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$951
18% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate3.10%

Health Metrics: Archbald vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776
Archbald has a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 746 per 100,000 (62% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Archbald vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent112.6/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault112.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property746.2/100K
62% below US avg
Burglary154.9/100K
Theft591.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Archbald has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,124 ft (343 m)
Area17.1 sq mi (44.3 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates41.5064°N, 75.5505°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area17.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home6.6%

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