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Glen Hope, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Glen Hope is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 212. Residents earn $67,813 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
212 Population 100/sq mi density
$67,813 Median Income $33,387 per capita
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,813 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,813
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,813
Per Capita$33,387
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute28 min

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,449 ft (442 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries8

Is Glen Hope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Hope receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Glen Hope has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Hope is $67,813, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Hope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Glen Hope has a population of 212 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

212
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Hope is $67,813, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Glen Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,813
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,387
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below 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)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Glen Hope has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,449 ft (442 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates40.8034°N, 78.4921°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 93.0% 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+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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