Earlston, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Earlston is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,145. Residents earn $69,766 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,145 Population 1,060/sq mi density
$69,766 Median Income $32,869 per capita
$157,200 Home Value
$708 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$69,766 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,200 home value, $708/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,766
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,200
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $708
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,145
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density1,060/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,766
Per Capita$32,869
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,200
Rent$708
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Elevation1,175 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Broadband84.1%
Libraries8

Is Earlston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Earlston receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Earlston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Earlston is $69,766, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Earlston is $157,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Earlston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 27.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Earlston has a population of 1,145 with a density of 1,060 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

1,145
Total Population
1,060
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Earlston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Earlston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Earlston is $69,766, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Earlston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,766
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,869
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% 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 Rate3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Earlston is $157,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $708 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,200
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$708
39% below US avg
Rent Burden31.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.08%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Premature Death10,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.5%
Healthcare Facilities462

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Earlston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall27.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density1,060/sq mi
Coordinates40.0041°N, 78.3732°W
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 84.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,060/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Earlston with another city: