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Dushore, PA

Pennsylvania

Dushore is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 438. Residents earn $35,192 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
438 Population 554/sq mi density
$35,192 Median Income $34,014 per capita
$115,900 Home Value $207,412 Zillow
$598 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$35,192 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$115,900 home value, $598/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,192
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,900
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $598
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population438
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density554/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,192
Per Capita$34,014
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$327M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,900
Rent$598
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,412
Housing Units356
Rent Burden29.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,497 ft (456 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband67.9%
Libraries1

Is Dushore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dushore receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dushore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dushore is $35,192, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dushore is $115,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $598 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dushore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 41.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dushore has a population of 438 with a density of 554 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 3.2% Black.

Population

438
Total Population
554
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dushore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dushore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dushore is $35,192, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Dushore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,192
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,014
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$77,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)181
County GDP$327M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare17
Retail24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,700
63% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dushore is $115,900, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $598 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,412.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,900
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,412

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$598
49% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.1%
Housing Units356
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,700
63% above US avg
Effective Rate4.92%
Dushore has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall41.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,497 ft (456 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density554/sq mi
Coordinates41.5260°N, 76.3985°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.9-point margin. 67.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density554/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants22
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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