Colony Park, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Colony Park is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,125. Residents earn $83,229 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,125 Population 1,875/sq mi density
$83,229 Median Income $48,305 per capita
$302,700 Home Value
$1,527 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,229 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$302,700 home value, $1,527/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,229
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $302,700
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.3%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,527
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,125
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,875/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,229
Per Capita$48,305
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$302,700
Rent$1,527
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation325 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.3%
High School+98.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute25 min
Libraries25

Is Colony Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colony Park receives an overall livability score of 4.8 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. Colony Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colony Park is $83,229, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colony Park is $302,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,527 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Colony Park is a highly educated community — 54.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Colony Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Colony Park has a population of 1,125 with a density of 1,875 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 3% Black.

Population

1,125
Total Population
1,875
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Colony Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.8%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.2%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Colony Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colony Park is $83,229, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Colony Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,229
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,305
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Colony Park is $302,700, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,527 (31% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,700
7% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,527
31% above 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-Occupied83.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate2.44%

Health Metrics: Colony Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Colony Park has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,875/sq mi
Coordinates40.3492°N, 75.9798°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 54.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.3%
61% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,875/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home23.9%

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