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Buena Vista, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Buena Vista is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 314. Residents earn $35,500 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
314 Population 1,653/sq mi density
$35,500 Median Income $15,954 per capita
$47,400 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$35,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,500
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,400
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population314
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density1,653/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,500
Per Capita$15,954
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation827 ft (252 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries72

Is Buena Vista a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buena Vista receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Buena Vista stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buena Vista is $35,500, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buena Vista is $47,400, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Buena Vista experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Buena Vista has a population of 314 with a density of 1,653 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43%).

Population

314
Total Population
1,653
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71%
Female 29%

Race & Ethnicity

Buena Vista vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buena Vista vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buena Vista is $35,500, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Buena Vista vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,500
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,954
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate18.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Buena Vista is $47,400, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,400
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate18.67%
Buena Vista has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,653/sq mi
Coordinates40.2777°N, 79.8005°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,653/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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