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Bulger, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Bulger is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 167.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
167 Population 116/sq mi density
$180,000 Home Value $238,058 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population167
Median Age62.7 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,529
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$180,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,058
Housing Units180
Rent Burden24.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute36 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries14

Is Bulger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bulger receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Bulger has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bulger is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bulger experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°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 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bulger has a population of 167 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 62.7 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

167
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
62.7yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.3%
Female 61.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bulger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bulger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bulger is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Bulger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,529
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bulger is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,058.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,058

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units180
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.62%
Bulger has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates40.3766°N, 80.3230°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.0%

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