Gastonville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Gastonville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,703. Residents earn $78,438 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,703 Population 990/sq mi density
$78,438 Median Income $47,246 per capita
$173,000 Home Value
$995 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,438 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,000 home value, $995/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,438
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $173,000
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $995
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,703
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density990/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,438
Per Capita$47,246
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$173,000
Rent$995
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,024 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Libraries14

Is Gastonville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gastonville is $78,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 4.8% 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 Gastonville is $173,000, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $995 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gastonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gastonville has a population of 2,703 with a density of 990 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

2,703
Total Population
990
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gastonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gastonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gastonville is $78,438, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Gastonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,438
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,246
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gastonville is $173,000, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $995 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,000
39% below US avg
Median List Price$258,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$258,000
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$995
14% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%

Health Metrics: Gastonville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Gastonville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density990/sq mi
Coordinates40.2668°N, 80.0096°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density990/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home5.4%

Nearby Cities

Compare Gastonville with another city: