Espy, PA

Pennsylvania

Espy is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,737. Residents earn $79,479 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,737 Population 1,930/sq mi density
$79,479 Median Income $39,118 per capita
$169,700 Home Value
$1,032 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,479 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,700 home value, $1,032/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,479
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $169,700
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,032
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,737
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density1,930/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,479
Per Capita$39,118
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,700
Rent$1,032
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation493 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Espy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Espy receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Espy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Espy is $79,479, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.8% 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 Espy is $169,700, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,032 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Espy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Espy has a population of 1,737 with a density of 1,930 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 (79.4%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

1,737
Total Population
1,930
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Espy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Espy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Espy is $79,479, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Espy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,479
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,118
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Espy is $169,700, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,032 (11% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,700
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$97
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio91.5%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,032
11% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.59%

Health Metrics: Espy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Premature Death8,535/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities191

Crime Rates: Espy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Espy has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation493 ft (150 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,930/sq mi
Coordinates41.0050°N, 76.4172°W
County FIPS42037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,930/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home11.0%

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