Emporium, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Cameron County County
Emporium, PA
At a Glance
How Emporium Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Emporium's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Emporium a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Emporium residents earn a median household income of $36,167 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,117. The unemployment rate stands at 13.2% (267% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 158 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Emporium is $70,800 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $83,186. Median rent is $687/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Safety & Crime
Emporium reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,253/100K.
Education
9.8% of adults in Emporium hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Emporium has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches.