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Cotton Town, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Cotton Town is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 63. Residents earn $13,885 per year, which is 82% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
63 Population 2,100/sq mi density
$13,885 Median Income $13,016 per capita
$261,500 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,885 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$261,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,885
82% lower than US avg
Home Value $261,500
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.7%
74% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 71.4%
476% higher than US avg

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

People

Population63
Median Age67.6 yrs
Density2,100/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans63.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,885
Per Capita$13,016
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty71.4%
County GDP$8,000M

Housing

F
Home Value$261,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units21
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Broadband57.0%
Libraries8

Is Cotton Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cotton Town receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cotton Town has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cotton Town is $13,885, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 71.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cotton Town is $261,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 18.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Cotton Town is a highly educated community — 58.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Cotton Town experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cotton Town has a population of 63 with a density of 2,100 people per square mile. The median age is 67.6 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

63
Total Population
2,100
People / sq mi
67.6yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.7%
Female 68.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cotton Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cotton Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cotton Town is $13,885, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 71.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cotton Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,885
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,016
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate71.4%
476% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cotton Town is $261,500, 7% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$261,500
7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units21

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
Cotton Town has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density2,100/sq mi
Coordinates40.2799°N, 78.4812°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Cotton Town is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 58.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.7%
74% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,100/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

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