Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Carbondale is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 8,820. Residents earn $48,592 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Carbondale receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Carbondale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Carbondale is $48,592, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Carbondale is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Carbondale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,592 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,212 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,033 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,947 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.0% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,565 |
| County GDP | $13,421M |
| Restaurants | 552 |
| Healthcare | 776 |
| Retail | 804 |
| Manufacturing | 216 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,552 |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.52% |
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
| Census Median | $118,800 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $69,000 |
| Median List Price | $69,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $99 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.0% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $788 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,201 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,552 |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.52% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,256/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 776 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.7 inches |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 82.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,045 ft (319 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,722/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5714°N, 75.5048°W |
| County FIPS | 42069 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.6% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,722/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 776 |
| Restaurants | 552 |
| Retail Stores | 804 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Avg Commute | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |