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Distant, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Distant is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 611. Residents earn $71,094 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
611 Population 339/sq mi density
$71,094 Median Income $32,474 per capita
$111,800 Home Value
$726 Median Rent 24.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$71,094 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,800 home value, $726/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,094
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $726
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population611
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density339/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,094
Per Capita$32,474
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,800
Rent$726
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries4

Is Distant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Distant receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Distant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Distant is $71,094, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Distant is $111,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $726 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Distant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Distant has a population of 611 with a density of 339 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

611
Total Population
339
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Distant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Distant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Distant is $71,094, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Distant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,094
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,474
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Distant is $111,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $726 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,800
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$726
38% below US avg
Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
Distant has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density339/sq mi
Coordinates40.9742°N, 79.3583°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density339/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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