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Faxon, PA

Pennsylvania

Faxon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 834.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
834 Population 1,774/sq mi density
$191,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $191,000
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population834
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density1,774/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans13.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,073
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$191,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units559
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation543 ft (166 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.5%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+11.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute16 min
Broadband93.8%
Libraries1

Is Faxon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Faxon receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Faxon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Faxon is $191,000, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Faxon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 32.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Faxon has a population of 834 with a density of 1,774 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 9.8% Black.

Population

834
Total Population
1,774
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Faxon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Faxon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Faxon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Faxon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,073
Avg Weekly Wage$1,616
IRS Avg AGI$85,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare111
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Faxon is $191,000, 32% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,000
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units559
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
Faxon has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.7 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) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.7 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall32.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation543 ft (166 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,774/sq mi
Coordinates41.2557°N, 76.9771°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 40.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.5%
20% above US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+11.2%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,774/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants38
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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