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Calumet, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Calumet is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,013. Residents earn $78,059 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,013 Population 465/sq mi density
$78,059 Median Income $43,593 per capita
$146,300 Home Value
$912 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,059 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,300 home value, $912/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,059
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $146,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $912
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,013
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,059
Per Capita$43,593
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,300
Rent$912
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units581
Rent Burden19.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,035 ft (315 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute22 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries22

Is Calumet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calumet receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Calumet stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calumet is $78,059, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calumet is $146,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $912 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Calumet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°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 43.9 inches, including 29.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Calumet has a population of 1,013 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

1,013
Total Population
465
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Calumet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Calumet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calumet is $78,059, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Calumet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,059
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,593
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Calumet is $146,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $912 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,300
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$912
22% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%
Housing Units581
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.17%
Calumet has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,035 ft (315 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density465/sq mi
Coordinates40.2189°N, 79.4892°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density465/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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