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Cairnbrook, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

Cairnbrook is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 469. Residents earn $55,938 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
469 Population 558/sq mi density
$55,938 Median Income $22,146 per capita
$83,300 Home Value $79,160 Zillow
$772 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,938 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,300 home value, $772/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,938
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.4%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $772
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population469
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,938
Per Capita$22,146
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$772
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$79,160
Housing Units226
Rent Burden31.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,261 ft (689 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.4%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute28 min
Broadband77.6%
Libraries14

Is Cairnbrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cairnbrook receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cairnbrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cairnbrook is $55,938, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.6% 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 Cairnbrook is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $772 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cairnbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cairnbrook has a population of 469 with a density of 558 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.8% female and 45.2% male. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 11.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 18.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

469
Total Population
558
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cairnbrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cairnbrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cairnbrook is $55,938, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,146 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $958, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3,304 business establishments, including 299 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 2.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cairnbrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,938
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,146
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cairnbrook is $83,300, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,160. Homes sell for 88.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $772 (34% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 226 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $4,651 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$79,160

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$27
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$772
34% below US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units226
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.58%
Cairnbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 2,261 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,261 ft (689 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates40.1246°N, 78.8189°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
Cairnbrook is located in Cambria County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 1.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 96% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.5% of the vote, a 39.7-point margin. 77.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 471 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 95.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.4%
96% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.6%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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