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Fort Fetter, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Fort Fetter is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 111. Residents earn $113,333 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
111 Population 1,388/sq mi density
$113,333 Median Income $78,058 per capita
$180,100 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$113,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,100 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,333
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,100
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.3%
70% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population111
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density1,388/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,333
Per Capita$78,058
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units52
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation956 ft (291 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.3%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute12 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries8

Is Fort Fetter a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Fetter is $113,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Fort Fetter among higher-income communities. 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 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Fetter is $180,100, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Fort Fetter is a highly educated community — 57.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Fetter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fort Fetter has a population of 111 with a density of 1,388 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

111
Total Population
1,388
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Fetter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Fetter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Fetter is $113,333, which is 51% 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 12 minutes.

Income: Fort Fetter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,333
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.8 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Fetter is $180,100, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,100
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.3%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
Fort Fetter has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation956 ft (291 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,388/sq mi
Coordinates40.4301°N, 78.4043°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 57.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.3%
70% above US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,388/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.8 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.9%

Nearby Cities

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