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Chester Hill, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Chester Hill is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 698. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
698 Population 1,586/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $34,780 per capita
$98,800 Home Value
$706 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value, $706/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $706
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.8%
132% higher than US avg

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

People

Population698
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,586/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$34,780
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty28.8%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
Rent$706
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units365
Rent Burden23.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries8

Is Chester Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chester Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Chester Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chester Hill is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 28.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chester Hill is $98,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chester Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Chester Hill has a population of 698 with a density of 1,586 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%).

Population

698
Total Population
1,586
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chester Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chester Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chester Hill is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Chester Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,780
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.8%
132% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Chester Hill is $98,800, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $706 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$706
39% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%
Housing Units365
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.91%
Chester Hill has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,586/sq mi
Coordinates40.8910°N, 78.2307°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Chester Hill is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,586/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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