Colwyn, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Colwyn is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,683. Residents earn $53,092 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,683 Population 10,319/sq mi density
$53,092 Median Income $23,522 per capita
$105,800 Home Value
$1,267 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
589 Violent Crime/100K 2,198 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$53,092 median income, 15.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,800 home value, $1,267/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
589 violent crimes/100K (55% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,092
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,800
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 589/100K
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,267
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,683
Median Age27.2 yrs
Density10,319/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 5%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,092
Per Capita$23,522
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty21.6%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,800
Rent$1,267
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent589/100K
Property2,198/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault235/100K
Burglary628/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation58 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+87.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute32 min
Libraries28

Is Colwyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colwyn receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Colwyn has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colwyn is $53,092, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colwyn is $105,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,267 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 589 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,198 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Colwyn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Colwyn has a population of 2,683 with a density of 10,319 people per square mile. The median age is 27.2 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (93.1%), with 5.2% White.

Population

2,683
Total Population
10,319
People / sq mi
27.2yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Colwyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.6%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.4%
82% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Colwyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colwyn is $53,092, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Colwyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,092
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,522
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Colwyn is $105,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,267 (9% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,800
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,267
9% 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-Occupied44.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate9.53%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Colwyn has a violent crime rate of 589 per 100,000 residents, 55% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,198 per 100,000 (12% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent588.7/100K
55% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape78.5/100K
Robbery274.7/100K
Assault235.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,197.8/100K
12% above US avg
Burglary627.9/100K
Theft1,373.6/100K
Vehicle Theft196.2/100K
Arson39.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Colwyn has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation58 ft (18 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density10,319/sq mi
Coordinates39.9118°N, 75.2531°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density10,319/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home3.1%

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