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Arona, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Arona is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 246. Residents earn $96,250 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
246 Population 473/sq mi density
$96,250 Median Income $51,998 per capita
$123,100 Home Value
$789 Median Rent 12.7% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$96,250 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,100 home value, $789/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,250
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $123,100
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population246
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density473/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,250
Per Capita$51,998
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,100
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units154
Rent Burden12.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,098 ft (335 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.2%
Libraries22

Is Arona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arona receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Arona stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arona is $96,250, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arona is $123,100, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Arona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Arona has a population of 246 with a density of 473 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

246
Total Population
473
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Arona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arona is $96,250, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Arona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,250
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,998
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% 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 Rate4.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Arona is $123,100, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,100
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below US avg
Rent Burden12.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.0%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.96%
Arona has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,098 ft (335 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density473/sq mi
Coordinates40.2682°N, 79.6554°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 83.2% 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+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density473/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.7%

Nearby Cities

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