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Defiance, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Defiance is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 335. Residents earn $87,986 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
335 Population 1,971/sq mi density
$87,986 Median Income $22,843 per capita
$89,500 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$87,986 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,986
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $89,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density1,971/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$87,986
Per Capita$22,843
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,064 ft (324 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute33 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries8

Is Defiance a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Defiance receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Defiance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Defiance is $87,986, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Defiance is $89,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Defiance 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.

Defiance has a population of 335 with a density of 1,971 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

335
Total Population
1,971
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Defiance vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Defiance vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Defiance is $87,986, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Defiance vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,986
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,843
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% 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 Rate5.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Defiance is $89,500, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,500
68% 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-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.42%
Defiance 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

Elevation1,064 ft (324 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,971/sq mi
Coordinates40.1599°N, 78.2318°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 85.0% 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+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,971/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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