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Foxburg, PA

Pennsylvania

Foxburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 272. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
272 Population 735/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $34,575 per capita
$168,800 Home Value
$738 Median Rent 43.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,800 home value, $738/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population272
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density735/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$34,575
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$1,432M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,800
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units126
Rent Burden43.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,038 ft (316 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+15.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute26 min
Broadband82.1%
Libraries5

Is Foxburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foxburg receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Foxburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foxburg is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foxburg is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Foxburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 53.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Foxburg has a population of 272 with a density of 735 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

272
Total Population
735
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Foxburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Foxburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foxburg is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Foxburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,575
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$61,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,074
County GDP$1,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare168
Retail152
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,872
11% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Foxburg is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden43.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.1%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,872
11% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
Foxburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall53.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,038 ft (316 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density735/sq mi
Coordinates41.1415°N, 79.6778°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.1-point margin. 82.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 53.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+15.7%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density735/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants84
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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