Dewart, PA

Pennsylvania

Dewart is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,241. Residents earn $53,365 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,241 Population 608/sq mi density
$53,365 Median Income $31,365 per capita
$157,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,365 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,100 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,365
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,241
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density608/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,365
Per Capita$31,365
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation498 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Libraries1

Is Dewart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dewart receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dewart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dewart is $53,365, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dewart is $157,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dewart experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dewart has a population of 1,241 with a density of 608 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,241
Total Population
608
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dewart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dewart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dewart is $53,365, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Dewart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,365
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,365
Avg Weekly Wage$1,616
IRS Avg AGI$85,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare111
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dewart is $157,100, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,100
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Premature Death7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities111

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Dewart has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation498 ft (152 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density608/sq mi
Coordinates41.1099°N, 76.8707°W
County FIPS42093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density608/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants38
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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