Colver, PA — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $82,442

10% higher than US avg

Home Value $100,800

64% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.6%

48% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

14% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population494

Median Age31.1 yrs

Density392/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans18.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$82,442

Per Capita$28,080

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$6,208M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$100,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units352

Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain40.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation2,173 ft (662 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+5.6%

School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%

Commute25 min

Broadband81.4%

Libraries14

Is Colver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colver receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Colver stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colver is $82,442, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 Colver is $100,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Colver 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.

Colver has a population of 494 with a density of 392 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.1% female and 54.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 18.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 25.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

494

Total Population

392

People / sq mi

31.1yrs

Median Age

20% below US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%

Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Colver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Colver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colver is $82,442, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,080 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $958, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,304 business establishments, including 299 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Colver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$82,442
	10% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,080
Avg Weekly Wage	$958
IRS Avg AGI	$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	14% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,304
County GDP	$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants	299
Healthcare	471
Retail	469
Manufacturing	107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,651
	33% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.3 min
Drive Alone	83.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Colver is $100,800, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 352 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $4,651 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$100,800
	64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.4%
Housing Units	352
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,651
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.61%

Colver experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The area receives 49.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 2,173 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	48.0°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.7 inches
	7% above US avg
Snowfall	49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,173 ft (662 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density	392/sq mi
Coordinates	40.5427°N, 78.7892°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Cambria County County
County FIPS	42021

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	3.0 in	Coldest
February	26°F (-3°C)	2.8 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	3.7 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.6 in
May	56°F (14°C)	4.2 in
June	64°F (18°C)	4.2 in
July	70°F (21°C)	4.5 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	67°F (20°C)	3.7 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.9 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.9 in
November	40°F (4°C)	3.6 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	3.2 in

Colver has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 25°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.8").

Colver is located in Cambria County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 17.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.5% of the vote, a 39.7-point margin. 81.4% of households have broadband internet access. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 471 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%

D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.6%
	48% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.6%
School Test Score	5.95

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	392/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi
County	Cambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	81.4%
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	471
Restaurants	299
Retail Stores	469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.3 min
Drive Alone	83.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Colver

What is the population of Colver?

Colver has a population of 494 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 392 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.1% female and 54.9% male.

Is Colver expensive to live in?

Colver has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $82,442, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,800 (64% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Colver?

Colver has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Colver?

Colver has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $958. There are 3,304 business establishments in the area, including 299 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Colver?

The median home value in Colver is $100,800. The average annual property tax is $4,651.

How are the schools in Colver?

Schools in Colver score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.6% of adults in Colver hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Colver?

The average commute in Colver is 25 minutes. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Colver?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Colver is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 18.4% of the population are military veterans. 25.4% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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