Gordon, PA

Pennsylvania

Gordon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,004. Residents earn $82,344 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,004 Population 1,702/sq mi density
$82,344 Median Income $38,180 per capita
$111,800 Home Value
$746 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,344 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,800 home value, $746/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,344
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $111,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,004
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,702/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,344
Per Capita$38,180
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,800
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation844 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries14

Is Gordon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordon receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Gordon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordon is $82,344, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordon is $111,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gordon has a population of 1,004 with a density of 1,702 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

1,004
Total Population
1,702
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gordon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordon is $82,344, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Gordon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,344
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,180
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordon is $111,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,800
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate4.82%

Health Metrics: Gordon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Premature Death10,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities347

Crime Rates: Gordon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Gordon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation844 ft (257 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,702/sq mi
Coordinates40.7501°N, 76.3399°W
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,702/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home4.3%

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