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Dryville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Dryville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 198.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
198 Population 142/sq mi density
$226,700 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $226,700
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,059
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$226,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units75
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+13.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute16 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries25

Is Dryville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dryville receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Dryville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dryville is $226,700, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dryville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dryville has a population of 198 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 10.6% Black.

Population

198
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Dryville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dryville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dryville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Dryville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,059
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dryville is $226,700, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,700
20% 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-Occupied92.0%
Housing Units75
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
Dryville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates40.4617°N, 75.7548°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+13.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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