Gold Key Lake, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Gold Key Lake is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,721. Residents earn $96,836 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,721 Population 1,193/sq mi density
$96,836 Median Income $37,178 per capita
$206,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$96,836 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$206,700 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,836
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $206,700
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

How Gold Key Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,721
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,193/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,836
Per Capita$37,178
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$206,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation1,318 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute50 min
Libraries7

Is Gold Key Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gold Key Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Gold Key Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gold Key Lake is $96,836, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gold Key Lake is $206,700, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gold Key Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 40.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gold Key Lake has a population of 2,721 with a density of 1,193 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.4%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 7.6% Black.

Population

2,721
Total Population
1,193
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gold Key Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.5%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.5%
23% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gold Key Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gold Key Lake is $96,836, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Gold Key Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,836
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,178
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.0 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gold Key Lake is $206,700, 27% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,700
27% below US avg
Median List Price$410,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$410,000
$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio110.7%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate4.91%

Health Metrics: Gold Key Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375

Crime Rates: Gold Key Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Gold Key Lake has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall40.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,318 ft (402 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density1,193/sq mi
Coordinates41.3143°N, 74.9435°W
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,193/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.0 min
Work from Home14.8%

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