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Elrama, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Elrama is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 268. Residents earn $32,278 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
268 Population 1,787/sq mi density
$32,278 Median Income $22,046 per capita
$92,300 Home Value $89,697 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$32,278 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,278
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.2%
264% higher than US avg

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

People

Population268
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density1,787/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

D
Median Income$32,278
Per Capita$22,046
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty45.2%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$89,697
Housing Units90
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation821 ft (250 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+9.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute15 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries72

Is Elrama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elrama receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elrama has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elrama is $32,278, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 45.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elrama is $92,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Elrama experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Elrama has a population of 268 with a density of 1,787 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

268
Total Population
1,787
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Elrama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elrama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elrama is $32,278, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Elrama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,278
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,046
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate45.2%
264% above US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.7 min
Drive Alone47.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home53.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elrama is $92,300, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $89,697.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,300
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$89,697

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.9%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate9.59%
Elrama 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 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation821 ft (250 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,787/sq mi
Coordinates40.2517°N, 79.9243°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+9.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,787/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.7 min
Drive Alone47.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home53.0%

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