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Eldorado, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Eldorado is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 534. Residents earn $79,261 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
534 Population 742/sq mi density
$79,261 Median Income $42,505 per capita
$175,700 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,261 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,700 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,261
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $175,700
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population534
Median Age67.9 yrs
Density742/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,261
Per Capita$42,505
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units269
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,258 ft (383 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+15.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.3%
Libraries8

Is Eldorado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eldorado receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Eldorado stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eldorado is $79,261, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eldorado is $175,700, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Eldorado experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°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 44.7 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Eldorado has a population of 534 with a density of 742 people per square mile. The median age is 67.9 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

534
Total Population
742
People / sq mi
67.9yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Eldorado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eldorado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eldorado is $79,261, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Eldorado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,261
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,505
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% 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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Eldorado is $175,700, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,700
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units269
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
Eldorado has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,258 ft (383 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density742/sq mi
Coordinates40.4812°N, 78.4393°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 91.3% 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+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+15.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density742/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

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