Duncannon, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Duncannon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,306. Residents earn $51,902 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,306 Population 3,185/sq mi density
$51,902 Median Income $31,739 per capita
$150,600 Home Value $279,180 Zillow
$783 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,902 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,600 home value, $783/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,902
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,600
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,306
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density3,185/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,902
Per Capita$31,739
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,362M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,600
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,180
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation365 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries4

Is Duncannon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duncannon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Duncannon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duncannon is $51,902, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Duncannon is $150,600, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Duncannon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Duncannon has a population of 1,306 with a density of 3,185 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,306
Total Population
3,185
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Duncannon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Duncannon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duncannon is $51,902, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Duncannon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,902
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,739
Avg Weekly Wage$821
IRS Avg AGI$66,071

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)896
County GDP$1,362M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare74
Retail126
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,484
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Duncannon is $150,600, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,180.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,600
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,180

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,484
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Duncannon has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation365 ft (111 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density3,185/sq mi
Coordinates40.3952°N, 77.0277°W
County FIPS42099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,185/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants72
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home11.8%

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