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Emlenton, PA

Pennsylvania

Emlenton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 623. Residents earn $65,179 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
623 Population 1,074/sq mi density
$65,179 Median Income $40,628 per capita
$111,300 Home Value $144,841 Zillow
$650 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,179 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,300 home value, $650/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,179
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population623
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density1,074/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,179
Per Capita$40,628
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$1,432M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,300
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,841
Housing Units339
Rent Burden35.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,157 ft (353 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+9.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute37 min
Broadband92.4%
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Emlenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emlenton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Emlenton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emlenton is $65,179, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emlenton is $111,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Emlenton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°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 46.3 inches, including 53.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Emlenton has a population of 623 with a density of 1,074 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

623
Total Population
1,074
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Emlenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emlenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emlenton is $65,179, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Emlenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,179
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,628
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$61,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,074
County GDP$1,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare168
Retail152
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,872
11% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.2 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Emlenton is $111,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,841.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,300
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,841

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%
Housing Units339
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,872
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
Emlenton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 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 Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall53.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,157 ft (353 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,074/sq mi
Coordinates41.1802°N, 79.7086°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.1-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 53.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,074/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants84
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.2 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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