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Farwell, PA

Pennsylvania

Farwell is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 378. Residents earn $46,840 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
378 Population 1,022/sq mi density
$46,840 Median Income $39,547 per capita
$178,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 48.2% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,840 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$178,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,840
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,000
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population378
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density1,022/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,840
Per Capita$39,547
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,963M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units215
Rent Burden48.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation881 ft (269 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries2

Is Farwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farwell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Farwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farwell is $46,840, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farwell is $178,000, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Farwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°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 41.2 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Farwell has a population of 378 with a density of 1,022 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%).

Population

378
Total Population
1,022
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Farwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farwell is $46,840, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Farwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,840
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,547
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$60,855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)917
County GDP$1,963M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail130
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Farwell is $178,000, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,000
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden48.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.7%
Housing Units215
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
Farwell has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall32.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation881 ft (269 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,022/sq mi
Coordinates41.3332°N, 77.7213°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,022/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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