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Beaver Meadows, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Beaver Meadows is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 804. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
804 Population 3,092/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $32,801 per capita
$116,300 Home Value $163,056 Zillow
$1,090 Median Rent 42.2% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,300 home value, $1,090/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,300
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,090
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population804
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density3,092/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$32,801
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,300
Rent$1,090
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,056
Housing Units403
Rent Burden42.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property589/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary353/100K

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,596 ft (486 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries4

Is Beaver Meadows a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaver Meadows receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Beaver Meadows offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaver Meadows is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaver Meadows is $116,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Beaver Meadows is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 589 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaver Meadows experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Beaver Meadows has a population of 804 with a density of 3,092 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

804
Total Population
3,092
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver Meadows vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.7%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.3%
14% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Beaver Meadows vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver Meadows is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Beaver Meadows vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,801
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$62,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,305
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare175
Retail196
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaver Meadows is $116,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,090 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,056.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,056

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,090
6% below US avg
Rent Burden42.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units403
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Rate5.40%
Beaver Meadows has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 589 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property588.9/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary353.4/100K
Theft235.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Beaver Meadows has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,596 ft (486 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density3,092/sq mi
Coordinates40.9299°N, 75.9131°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.8-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,092/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants132
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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