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Corsica, PA

Pennsylvania · Jefferson County

Corsica is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 406. Residents earn $49,125 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
406 Population 902/sq mi density
$49,125 Median Income $25,778 per capita
$106,500 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 34.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,125 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,500 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,125
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population406
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density902/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,125
Per Capita$25,778
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$1,883M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,500
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units157
Rent Burden34.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,592 ft (485 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Broadband80.7%
Libraries6

Is Corsica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corsica receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Corsica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corsica is $49,125, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Corsica is $106,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Corsica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Corsica has a population of 406 with a density of 902 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

406
Total Population
902
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.9%
Female 60.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Corsica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Corsica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corsica is $49,125, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Corsica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,125
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,778
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$57,930

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,202
County GDP$1,883M

Business (County)

Restaurants109
Healthcare135
Retail151
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,584
2% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Corsica is $106,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,500
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden34.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.8%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,584
2% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
Corsica has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,592 ft (485 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density902/sq mi
Coordinates41.1813°N, 79.2026°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyJefferson County County
County FIPS42065
Corsica is located in Jefferson County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.5-point margin. 80.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density902/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyJefferson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants109
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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