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Callensburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Clarion County

Callensburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 134. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
134 Population 893/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $39,308 per capita
$63,800 Home Value
$642 Median Rent 14.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,800 home value, $642/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,800
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population134
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density893/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$39,308
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$1,432M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,800
Rent$642
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units87
Rent Burden14.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,118 ft (341 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries5

Is Callensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Callensburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Callensburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Callensburg is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Callensburg is $63,800, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Callensburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 53.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Callensburg has a population of 134 with a density of 893 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

134
Total Population
893
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Callensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Callensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Callensburg is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Callensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,308
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$61,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,074
County GDP$1,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare168
Retail152
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,872
11% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Callensburg is $63,800, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,800
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg
Rent Burden14.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.4%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,872
11% above US avg
Effective Rate6.07%
Callensburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall53.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,118 ft (341 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density893/sq mi
Coordinates41.1257°N, 79.5577°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyClarion County County
County FIPS42031
Callensburg is located in Clarion County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.1-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 53.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density893/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyClarion County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants84
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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