Blue Ball, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Blue Ball is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,234. Residents earn $97,173 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,234 Population 1,037/sq mi density
$97,173 Median Income $53,582 per capita
$252,700 Home Value
$1,375 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,173 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$252,700 home value, $1,375/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,173
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,700
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,234
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density1,037/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,173
Per Capita$53,582
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,700
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation506 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+71.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Libraries17

Is Blue Ball a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Ball receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Blue Ball stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Ball is $97,173, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Ball is $252,700, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Ball experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Blue Ball has a population of 1,234 with a density of 1,037 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 18.1% Black.

Population

1,234
Total Population
1,037
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Ball vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.3%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.7%
62% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Blue Ball vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Ball is $97,173, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Blue Ball vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,173
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,582
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Ball is $252,700, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,700
10% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$358
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio144.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.51%

Health Metrics: Blue Ball vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279

Crime Rates: Blue Ball vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Blue Ball has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation506 ft (154 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,037/sq mi
Coordinates40.1113°N, 76.0551°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+71.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,037/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home15.3%

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