Factoryville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Factoryville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,374. Residents earn $51,635 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,374 Population 1,808/sq mi density
$51,635 Median Income $18,097 per capita
$187,500 Home Value $250,205 Zillow
$1,023 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,635 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $1,023/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,635
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,023
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,374
Median Age21.2 yrs
Density1,808/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,635
Per Capita$18,097
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
Rent$1,023
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,205
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation946 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute18 min
Libraries10

Is Factoryville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Factoryville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Factoryville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Factoryville is $51,635, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Factoryville is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,023 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Factoryville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Factoryville has a population of 1,374 with a density of 1,808 people per square mile. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.3%), with 6.9% Black.

Population

1,374
Total Population
1,808
People / sq mi
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Factoryville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Factoryville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Factoryville is $51,635, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Factoryville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,635
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,097
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Factoryville is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,023 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,205.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,205

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,023
12% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate3.49%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Factoryville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation946 ft (288 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,808/sq mi
Coordinates41.5600°N, 75.7826°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,808/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Work from Home16.7%

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