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Atwood, PA

Pennsylvania

Atwood is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 161. Residents earn $46,786 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
161 Population 77/sq mi density
$46,786 Median Income $32,073 per capita
$218,100 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,786 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$218,100 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,786
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,100
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,786
Per Capita$32,073
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$4,202M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$218,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90
Rent Burden28.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,366 ft (416 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute33 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries3

Is Atwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atwood 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Atwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atwood is $46,786, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atwood is $218,100, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Atwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°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 45.7 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Atwood has a population of 161 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

161
Total Population
77
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Atwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Atwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atwood is $46,786, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Atwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,786
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,073
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$61,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,921
County GDP$4,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare249
Retail276
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Atwood is $218,100, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,100
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
Atwood has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,366 ft (416 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates40.7515°N, 79.2521°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants166
Retail Stores276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.6%

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