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Donaldson, PA

Pennsylvania

Donaldson is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 379. Residents earn $63,500 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
379 Population 1,995/sq mi density
$63,500 Median Income $26,620 per capita
$92,500 Home Value
$860 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,500 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $860/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,500
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,995/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,500
Per Capita$26,620
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units148
Rent Burden27.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation867 ft (264 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries14

Is Donaldson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donaldson receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Donaldson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Donaldson is $63,500, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donaldson is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Donaldson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°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 48.0 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Donaldson has a population of 379 with a density of 1,995 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

379
Total Population
1,995
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Donaldson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Donaldson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donaldson is $63,500, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Donaldson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,500
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,620
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Donaldson is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate5.83%
Donaldson has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation867 ft (264 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,995/sq mi
Coordinates40.6363°N, 76.4059°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,995/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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