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Friesville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Friesville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 194.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
194 Population 1,293/sq mi density
$130,000 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population194
Median Age64.2 yrs
Density1,293/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,601
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$130,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units132
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,221 ft (372 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute12 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries8

Is Friesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Friesville receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Friesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Friesville is $130,000, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Friesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Friesville has a population of 194 with a density of 1,293 people per square mile. The median age is 64.2 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

194
Total Population
1,293
People / sq mi
64.2yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.6%
Female 63.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Friesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Friesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Friesville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Friesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,601
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above 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 Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.8 min
Drive Alone67.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Friesville is $130,000, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units132
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
Friesville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,221 ft (372 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,293/sq mi
Coordinates40.2943°N, 78.4637°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 84.3% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,293/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.8 min
Drive Alone67.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.1%

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