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Cross Keys, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Cross Keys is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 671. Residents earn $46,500 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
671 Population 2,581/sq mi density
$46,500 Median Income $24,243 per capita
$96,400 Home Value
$1,128 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,500 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,400 home value, $1,128/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,500
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,128
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population671
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density2,581/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,500
Per Capita$24,243
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,400
Rent$1,128
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units329
Rent Burden32.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,011 ft (308 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband77.6%
Libraries8

Is Cross Keys a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cross Keys receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cross Keys offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cross Keys is $46,500, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cross Keys is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,128 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cross Keys experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cross Keys has a population of 671 with a density of 2,581 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

671
Total Population
2,581
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.9%
Female 37.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cross Keys vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cross Keys vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cross Keys is $46,500, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cross Keys vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,500
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,243
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below 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 Rate5.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cross Keys is $96,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,128 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,400
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,128
3% below US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.6%
Housing Units329
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.03%
Cross Keys has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,011 ft (308 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,581/sq mi
Coordinates40.4457°N, 78.4293°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Cross Keys is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 77.6% 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+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,581/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.6%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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