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Fenelton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Fenelton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 39. Residents earn $85,938 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
39 Population 130/sq mi density
$85,938 Median Income $65,538 per capita
$157,500 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,500 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,938
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $157,500
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density130/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,938
Per Capita$65,538
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,518M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries8

Is Fenelton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fenelton is $85,938, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fenelton is $157,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fenelton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fenelton has a population of 39 with a density of 130 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

39
Total Population
130
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Fenelton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fenelton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fenelton is $85,938, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Fenelton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,938
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,538
Avg Weekly Wage$1,261
IRS Avg AGI$96,649

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,418
County GDP$14,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants387
Healthcare646
Retail670
Manufacturing269

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,000
71% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fenelton is $157,500, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,500
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,000
71% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
Fenelton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density130/sq mi
Coordinates40.8724°N, 79.7287°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.7%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.6%
24% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density130/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities646
Restaurants387
Retail Stores670

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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