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Bald Eagle, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bald Eagle is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 219.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
219 Population 300/sq mi density
$227,800 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $227,800
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,410
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$227,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units70
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,071 ft (326 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries8

Is Bald Eagle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bald Eagle receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bald Eagle has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bald Eagle is $227,800, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bald Eagle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bald Eagle has a population of 219 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 5.5% Black.

Population

219
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73.1%
Female 26.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bald Eagle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bald Eagle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bald Eagle is N/A. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Bald Eagle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,410
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bald Eagle is $227,800, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,800
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units70
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
Bald Eagle has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,071 ft (326 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates40.7195°N, 78.1872°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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