Blossburg, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Tioga County County
Blossburg, PA
At a Glance
How Blossburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blossburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blossburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blossburg residents earn a median household income of $66,962 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,867. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 994 business establishments, including 96 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blossburg is $148,000 , 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $157,896. Median rent is $972/month, with 26.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Blossburg reports 67 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 200/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Blossburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blossburg has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.