Claysburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Claysburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,120. Residents earn $54,453 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,120 Population 836/sq mi density
$54,453 Median Income $27,245 per capita
$146,300 Home Value $154,500 Zillow
$835 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,453 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,300 home value, $835/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,453
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $835
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,120
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,453
Per Capita$27,245
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,300
Rent$835
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,500

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation1,176 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Claysburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Claysburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Claysburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Claysburg is $54,453, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Claysburg is $146,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $835 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Claysburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Claysburg has a population of 1,120 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,120
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Claysburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Claysburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Claysburg is $54,453, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Claysburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,453
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,245
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below 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
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Claysburg is $146,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $835 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,500.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$835
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Premature Death10,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.5%
Healthcare Facilities462

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Claysburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,176 ft (358 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates40.2914°N, 78.4514°W
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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