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Glen Richey, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Glen Richey is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 257. Residents earn $19,519 per year, which is 74% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
257 Population 352/sq mi density
$19,519 Median Income $11,391 per capita
$101,400 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$19,519 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$101,400 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,519
74% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 58.2%
369% higher than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density352/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$19,519
Per Capita$11,391
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty58.2%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$101,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,487 ft (453 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute32 min
Broadband70.8%
Libraries8

Is Glen Richey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Richey receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Glen Richey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Richey is $19,519, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 58.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen Richey is $101,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Richey 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 Richey has a population of 257 with a density of 352 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

257
Total Population
352
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Richey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Glen Richey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Richey is $19,519, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 58.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Glen Richey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,519
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,391
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate58.2%
369% 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 Rate4.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Richey is $101,400, 64% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,400
64% 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-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.78%
Glen Richey 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

Elevation1,487 ft (453 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density352/sq mi
Coordinates40.9495°N, 78.4714°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. 70.8% 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+90.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density352/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.8%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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