Dupont, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Dupont is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,545. Residents earn $78,036 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,545 Population 1,631/sq mi density
$78,036 Median Income $36,391 per capita
$142,100 Home Value $179,480 Zillow
$970 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
407 Violent Crime/100K 1,774 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$78,036 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,100 home value, $970/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
407 violent crimes/100K (7% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,036
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $142,100
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 407/100K
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,545
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,631/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,036
Per Capita$36,391
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,100
Rent$970
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,480

Crime

F
Violent407/100K
Property1,774/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault370/100K
Burglary592/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation780 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute16 min
Libraries10

Is Dupont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dupont receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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 above-average unemployment. Dupont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dupont is $78,036, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.7% 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 Dupont is $142,100, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,774 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dupont 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.

Dupont has a population of 2,545 with a density of 1,631 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

2,545
Total Population
1,631
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dupont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dupont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dupont is $78,036, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Dupont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,036
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,391
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% 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 Rate4.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dupont is $142,100, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,480.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,100
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,480
Median List Price$205,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$205,450
$/Sq Ft$158
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% 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-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate4.61%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776
Dupont has a violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 residents, 7% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,774 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent406.7/100K
7% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery37.0/100K
Assault369.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,774.5/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary591.5/100K
Theft1,146.0/100K
Vehicle Theft37.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dupont 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

Elevation780 ft (238 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density1,631/sq mi
Coordinates41.3238°N, 75.7419°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below 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+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,631/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home5.4%

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