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Arnold City, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Arnold City is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 344.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
344 Population 717/sq mi density
$93,700 Home Value
$649 Median Rent 25.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $93,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $649
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 60.6%
389% higher than US avg

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

People

Population344
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density717/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,801
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty60.6%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$93,700
Rent$649
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units251
Rent Burden25.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation996 ft (304 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute19 min
Broadband89.7%
Libraries22

Is Arnold City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arnold City receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Arnold City faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 60.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arnold City is $93,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $649 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Arnold City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Arnold City has a population of 344 with a density of 717 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.3%), with 16% Black.

Population

344
Total Population
717
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.8%
Female 35.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Arnold City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Arnold City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arnold City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 60.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Arnold City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,801
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate60.6%
389% above 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 Rate6.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone63.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Arnold City is $93,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $649 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,700
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$649
44% below US avg
Rent Burden25.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied10.3%
Housing Units251
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate6.52%
Arnold City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation996 ft (304 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density717/sq mi
Coordinates40.1173°N, 79.8226°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 89.7% 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+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density717/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.7%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone63.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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