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Farmington, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Farmington is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 969. Residents earn $78,945 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
969 Population 380/sq mi density
$78,945 Median Income $13,288 per capita
$199,500 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$78,945 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,500 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,945
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $199,500
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.2%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.8%
132% higher than US avg

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

People

Population969
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density380/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$78,945
Per Capita$13,288
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty28.8%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,832 ft (558 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.2%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Farmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmington 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Farmington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmington is $78,945, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 28.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmington is $199,500, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches, including 88.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Farmington has a population of 969 with a density of 380 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

969
Total Population
380
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.6%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.4%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmington is $78,945, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Farmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,945
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$13,288
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.8%
132% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone57.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmington is $199,500, 29% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,500
29% below US avg
Median List Price$449,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$449,900
$/Sq Ft$434
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio62.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units105
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
Farmington has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall88.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,832 ft (558 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates39.8082°N, 79.5629°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.2%
4% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density380/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone57.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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