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Garrett, PA

Pennsylvania

Garrett is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 429. Residents earn $55,893 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
429 Population 841/sq mi density
$55,893 Median Income $25,566 per capita
$81,700 Home Value $138,694 Zillow
$1,047 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$55,893 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,700 home value, $1,047/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,893
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,700
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,047
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population429
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density841/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,893
Per Capita$25,566
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$3,038M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,700
Rent$1,047
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,694
Housing Units198
Rent Burden29.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property450/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,973 ft (601 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+85.9%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries6

Is Garrett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garrett receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Garrett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garrett is $55,893, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garrett is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,047 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Garrett is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 450 per 100,000, 77% below the national average.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Garrett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 45.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Garrett has a population of 429 with a density of 841 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

429
Total Population
841
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Garrett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garrett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garrett is $55,893, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Garrett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,893
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,566
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$60,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,862
County GDP$3,038M

Business (County)

Restaurants153
Healthcare164
Retail229
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,133
47% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Garrett is $81,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,047 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,694.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,700
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,694

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,047
10% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.7%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,133
47% above US avg
Effective Rate6.28%
Garrett has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 450 per 100,000 (77% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Garrett vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property450.5/100K
77% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft225.2/100K
Vehicle Theft225.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Garrett has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall45.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,973 ft (601 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density841/sq mi
Coordinates39.8644°N, 79.0618°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+85.9%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density841/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants153
Retail Stores229

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Nearby Cities

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