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Fallston, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Fallston is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 252. Residents earn $60,833 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
252 Population 536/sq mi density
$60,833 Median Income $36,366 per capita
$107,400 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,833 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,400 home value, $900/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,833
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population252
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density536/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,833
Per Capita$36,366
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,400
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units117
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Broadband91.4%
Libraries11

Is Fallston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fallston receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Fallston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fallston is $60,833, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fallston is $107,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fallston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fallston has a population of 252 with a density of 536 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

252
Total Population
536
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fallston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fallston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fallston is $60,833, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Fallston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,833
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,366
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fallston is $107,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,400
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.9%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate5.20%
Fallston has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density536/sq mi
Coordinates40.7268°N, 80.3138°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density536/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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