Dunmore, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Dunmore is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 14,123. Residents earn $75,632 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
14,123 Population 1,583/sq mi density
$75,632 Median Income $37,109 per capita
$186,900 Home Value
$923 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,632 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,900 home value, $923/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,632
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $186,900
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.0%
16% higher than US avg
Median Rent $923
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,123
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,583/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,632
Per Capita$37,109
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,900
Rent$923
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation1,090 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute17 min
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is Dunmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunmore receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Dunmore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunmore is $75,632, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunmore is $186,900, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $923 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunmore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dunmore has a population of 14,123 with a density of 1,583 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

14,123
Total Population
1,583
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
8.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunmore is $75,632, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Dunmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,632
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,109
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunmore is $186,900, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $923 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,900
34% below US avg
Median List Price$302,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$302,450
$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio95.8%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$923
21% 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-Occupied59.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate3.51%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Dunmore has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,090 ft (332 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.1 km²)
Population Density1,583/sq mi
Coordinates41.4140°N, 75.6063°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 39.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.0%
16% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,583/sq mi
Total Area8.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Work from Home10.1%

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