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Frenchville, PA

Pennsylvania

Frenchville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 146. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
146 Population 187/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $26,145 per capita
$135,900 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,900 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,900
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population146
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$26,145
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$4,033M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute35 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries5

Is Frenchville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frenchville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Frenchville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frenchville is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frenchville is $135,900, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Frenchville 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 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Frenchville has a population of 146 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%).

Population

146
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Frenchville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Frenchville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frenchville is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Frenchville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,145
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$59,142

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,062
County GDP$4,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare271
Retail326
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,135
18% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Frenchville is $135,900, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,900
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,135
18% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
Frenchville 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 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates41.1017°N, 78.2252°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants180
Retail Stores326

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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