Chase, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Chase is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,094. Residents earn $105,417 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,094 Population 478/sq mi density
$105,417 Median Income $46,082 per capita
$255,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,417 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$255,500 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,417
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $255,500
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,094
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density478/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,417
Per Capita$46,082
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$255,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation1,160 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Libraries16

Is Chase a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chase receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Chase stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chase is $105,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Chase among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.2% 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 Chase is $255,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chase experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Chase has a population of 1,094 with a density of 478 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,094
Total Population
478
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chase vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chase vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chase is $105,417, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Chase vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,417
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,082
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,474
County GDP$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants769
Healthcare993
Retail1,145
Manufacturing299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chase is $255,500, 9% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$255,500
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$183
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%

Health Metrics: Chase vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Premature Death10,192/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities993

Crime Rates: Chase vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Chase has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,160 ft (354 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density478/sq mi
Coordinates41.2806°N, 75.9644°W
County FIPS42079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density478/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home15.4%

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