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Blandburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Blandburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 315. Residents earn $73,036 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
315 Population 643/sq mi density
$73,036 Median Income $27,338 per capita
$109,100 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$73,036 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,100 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,036
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population315
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density643/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,036
Per Capita$27,338
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units127
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,048 ft (624 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries8

Is Blandburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blandburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Blandburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blandburg is $73,036, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blandburg is $109,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Blandburg 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.

Blandburg has a population of 315 with a density of 643 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 7.9% Hispanic, 3.5% Black.

Population

315
Total Population
643
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Blandburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blandburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blandburg is $73,036, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Blandburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,036
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,338
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% 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 Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blandburg is $109,100, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,100
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied94.0%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
Blandburg 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

Elevation2,048 ft (624 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density643/sq mi
Coordinates40.6837°N, 78.4158°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 97.0% 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+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density643/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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