Duncansville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Duncansville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,145. Residents earn $58,828 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,145 Population 2,160/sq mi density
$58,828 Median Income $36,495 per capita
$132,000 Home Value $226,090 Zillow
$824 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$58,828 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,000 home value, $824/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,828
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,000
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $824
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,145
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density2,160/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,828
Per Capita$36,495
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,000
Rent$824
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,090

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,316/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary411/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation1,010 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute16 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Duncansville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duncansville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Duncansville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duncansville is $58,828, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.8% 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 Duncansville is $132,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Duncansville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,316 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Duncansville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Duncansville has a population of 1,145 with a density of 2,160 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

1,145
Total Population
2,160
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Duncansville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Duncansville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duncansville is $58,828, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Duncansville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,828
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,495
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Duncansville is $132,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $824 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,090.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,000
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,090
Median List Price$155,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$155,000
$/Sq Ft$66
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$824
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.67%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Premature Death10,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.5%
Healthcare Facilities462
Duncansville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,316 per 100,000 (33% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,315.8/100K
33% below US avg
Burglary411.2/100K
Theft904.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Duncansville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density2,160/sq mi
Coordinates40.4263°N, 78.4303°W
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,160/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Work from Home5.8%

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