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Genesee, PA

Pennsylvania

Genesee is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 235. Residents earn $65,208 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
235 Population 247/sq mi density
$65,208 Median Income $24,875 per capita
$99,500 Home Value
$729 Median Rent 34.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,208 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,500 home value, $729/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,208
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,208
Per Capita$24,875
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,500
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden34.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,630 ft (497 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute17 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries5

Is Genesee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Genesee receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Genesee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Genesee is $65,208, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Genesee is $99,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 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.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Genesee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 78.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Genesee has a population of 235 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

235
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Genesee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Genesee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Genesee is $65,208, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Genesee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,208
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,875
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$59,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)466
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare41
Retail67
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,180
48% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Genesee is $99,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,500
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below US avg
Rent Burden34.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,180
48% above US avg
Effective Rate5.21%
Genesee has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall78.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,630 ft (497 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates41.9912°N, 77.8655°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.3-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.7%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants41
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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