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Flinton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Flinton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 181.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
181 Population 323/sq mi density
$178,100 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $178,100
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density323/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,495
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute41 min

Housing

Home Value$178,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,472 ft (449 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+80.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute41 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries14

Is Flinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flinton receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Flinton faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flinton is $178,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Flinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°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 40.7 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Flinton has a population of 181 with a density of 323 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

181
Total Population
323
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Flinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Flinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flinton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Flinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,495
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Flinton is $178,100, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,100
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
Flinton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,472 ft (449 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density323/sq mi
Coordinates40.7161°N, 78.5179°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density323/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Nearby Cities

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