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Buckhorn, PA

Pennsylvania

Buckhorn is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 614. Residents earn $73,250 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
614 Population 890/sq mi density
$73,250 Median Income $22,888 per capita
$270,600 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$73,250 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$270,600 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,250
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $270,600
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.1%
86% higher than US avg

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

People

Population614
Median Age23.6 yrs
Density890/mi²
Male / Female72% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,250
Per Capita$22,888
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty23.1%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$270,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units164
Rent Burden27.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation608 ft (185 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.1%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+19.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries4

Is Buckhorn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckhorn receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Buckhorn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckhorn is $73,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buckhorn is $270,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Buckhorn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Buckhorn has a population of 614 with a density of 890 people per square mile. The median age is 23.6 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

614
Total Population
890
People / sq mi
23.6yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.5%
Female 28.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckhorn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Buckhorn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckhorn is $73,250, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Buckhorn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,250
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,888
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.1%
86% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckhorn is $270,600, 4% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,600
4% below US avg
Median List Price$349,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,990
$/Sq Ft$178
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%
Housing Units164
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.62%
Buckhorn has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation608 ft (185 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density890/sq mi
Coordinates41.0204°N, 76.4932°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 40.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.1%
19% above US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+19.3%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density890/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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