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Goodville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Goodville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 201. Residents earn $39,107 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
201 Population 168/sq mi density
$39,107 Median Income $80,549 per capita
$364,300 Home Value
$817 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,107 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$364,300 home value, $817/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,107
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $364,300
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.2%
200% higher than US avg

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

People

Population201
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density168/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,107
Per Capita$80,549
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty37.2%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute10 min

Housing

F
Home Value$364,300
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units117
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation524 ft (160 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+73.1%
Graduate+30.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute10 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries17

Is Goodville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goodville receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Goodville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goodville is $39,107, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goodville is $364,300, 29% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Goodville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Goodville has a population of 201 with a density of 168 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%).

Population

201
Total Population
168
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.3%
Female 65.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Goodville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.1%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.9%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Goodville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goodville is $39,107, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Goodville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,107
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$80,549
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.2%
200% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.1 min
Drive Alone64.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goodville is $364,300, 29% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$364,300
29% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.8%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
Goodville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation524 ft (160 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density168/sq mi
Coordinates40.1269°N, 76.0027°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+73.1%
Graduate Degree+30.2%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density168/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.1 min
Drive Alone64.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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