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Deemston, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Deemston is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 617. Residents earn $81,667 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
617 Population 64/sq mi density
$81,667 Median Income $47,545 per capita
$223,200 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,667 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$223,200 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,667
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $223,200
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population617
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,667
Per Capita$47,545
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$223,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units302
Rent Burden24.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+12.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute32 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries14

Is Deemston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deemston receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Deemston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deemston is $81,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deemston is $223,200, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Deemston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°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 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Deemston has a population of 617 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%).

Population

617
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Deemston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deemston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deemston is $81,667, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Deemston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,667
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,545
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Deemston is $223,200, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,200
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%
Housing Units302
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
Deemston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 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 Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.8 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates40.0273°N, 80.0334°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+12.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area9.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Nearby Cities

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