Cleona, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Cleona is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,809. Residents earn $70,971 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,809 Population 2,180/sq mi density
$70,971 Median Income $38,337 per capita
$175,000 Home Value
$1,062 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,971 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,000 home value, $1,062/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,971
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,000
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,062
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,809
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density2,180/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,971
Per Capita$38,337
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,000
Rent$1,062
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property517/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary47/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation452 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Libraries6

Is Cleona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cleona receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Cleona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cleona is $70,971, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% 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 Cleona is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,062 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Cleona 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 517 per 100,000, 74% below the national average.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cleona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cleona has a population of 1,809 with a density of 2,180 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

1,809
Total Population
2,180
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cleona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cleona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cleona is $70,971, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Cleona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,971
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,337
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cleona is $175,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,062 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$146
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,062
9% 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-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Premature Death7,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities286
Cleona has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 517 per 100,000 (74% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Cleona 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 Property517.2/100K
74% below US avg
Burglary47.0/100K
Theft470.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Cleona has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation452 ft (138 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density2,180/sq mi
Coordinates40.3385°N, 76.4771°W
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,180/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home6.0%

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