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Frankfort Springs, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Frankfort Springs is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 86. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
86 Population 331/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $37,316 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
$1,607 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $1,607/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,607
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density331/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$37,316
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$1,607
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units50
Rent Burden31.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,176 ft (358 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute35 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries3

Is Frankfort Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frankfort Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Frankfort Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frankfort Springs is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frankfort Springs is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,607 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Frankfort Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°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 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Frankfort Springs has a population of 86 with a density of 331 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

86
Total Population
331
People / sq mi
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Frankfort Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frankfort Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frankfort Springs is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Frankfort Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,316
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)901
County GDP$1,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare72
Retail90
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Frankfort Springs is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,607 (38% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,607
38% above US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
Frankfort Springs has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,176 ft (358 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density331/sq mi
Coordinates40.4810°N, 80.4428°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54029
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density331/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants68
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

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