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Dunbar, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Dunbar is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 981. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
981 Population 1,691/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $27,308 per capita
$72,100 Home Value
$744 Median Rent 38.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
98 Violent Crime/100K 98 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,100 home value, $744/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
98 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,100
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 98/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $744
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population981
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,691/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$27,308
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,100
Rent$744
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units534
Rent Burden38.1%

Crime

F
Violent98/100K
Property98/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault98/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,036 ft (316 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries4

Is Dunbar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunbar receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dunbar has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunbar is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunbar is $72,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Dunbar is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 98 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 98 per 100,000, 95% below the national average.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunbar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 24.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dunbar has a population of 981 with a density of 1,691 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 (91.2%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

981
Total Population
1,691
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunbar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunbar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunbar is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Dunbar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,308
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunbar is $72,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,100
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$173
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$744
36% below US avg
Rent Burden38.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.8%
Housing Units534
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate5.90%
Dunbar has a violent crime rate of 98 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 98 per 100,000 (95% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent97.7/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault97.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property97.7/100K
95% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft97.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dunbar has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall24.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,036 ft (316 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,691/sq mi
Coordinates39.9783°N, 79.6147°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,691/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

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