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Cherry Tree, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

Cherry Tree is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 270. Residents earn $65,991 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
270 Population 540/sq mi density
$65,991 Median Income $33,309 per capita
$106,300 Home Value $128,643 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
48°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
4.3 / 5.0
$65,991 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,991
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population270
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density540/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,991
Per Capita$33,309
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,643
Housing Units132
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,503 ft (458 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute38 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries14

Is Cherry Tree a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherry Tree receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Cherry Tree offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cherry Tree is $65,991, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherry Tree is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Cherry Tree is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cherry Tree experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cherry Tree has a population of 270 with a density of 540 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

270
Total Population
540
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherry Tree vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherry Tree vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherry Tree is $65,991, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Cherry Tree vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,991
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,309
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% 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 Rate4.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.1 min
Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherry Tree is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,643.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,643

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.0%
Housing Units132
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.38%
Cherry Tree has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Cherry Tree has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,503 ft (458 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density540/sq mi
Coordinates40.7257°N, 78.8125°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
Cherry Tree is located in Cambria County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density540/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.1 min
Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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