Dalton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Dalton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,381. Residents earn $91,667 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,381 Population 457/sq mi density
$91,667 Median Income $43,505 per capita
$247,900 Home Value $292,860 Zillow
$1,567 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,667 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$247,900 home value, $1,567/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,667
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $247,900
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.7%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,567
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,381
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density457/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,667
Per Capita$43,505
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$247,900
Rent$1,567
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,860

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property729/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation954 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.7%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Dalton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dalton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Dalton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dalton is $91,667, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dalton is $247,900, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,567 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Dalton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 729 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dalton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dalton has a population of 1,381 with a density of 457 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

1,381
Total Population
457
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dalton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dalton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dalton is $91,667, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Dalton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,667
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,505
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Dalton is $247,900, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,567 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,860.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,900
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,860

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$84
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio108.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,567
35% 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-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate2.64%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776
Dalton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 729 per 100,000 (63% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property728.7/100K
63% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft728.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson81.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Dalton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation954 ft (291 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density457/sq mi
Coordinates41.5376°N, 75.7383°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 46.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.7%
39% above US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density457/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home5.8%

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