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Elderton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Elderton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 283. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 884/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $34,534 per capita
$120,800 Home Value
$736 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
50°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
2.8 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,800 home value, $736/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,800
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $736
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density884/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$34,534
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,800
Rent$736
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units161
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,259 ft (384 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute35 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries4

Is Elderton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elderton is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elderton is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Elderton 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Elderton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 45.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Elderton has a population of 283 with a density of 884 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

283
Total Population
884
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elderton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elderton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elderton is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Elderton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,534
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Elderton is $120,800, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $736 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,800
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$736
37% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
Elderton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Elderton 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 Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Elderton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall45.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,259 ft (384 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density884/sq mi
Coordinates40.6945°N, 79.3421°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density884/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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