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Grampian, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Grampian is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 497. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
497 Population 1,775/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $25,803 per capita
$64,600 Home Value $135,528 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 10.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,600 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,600
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.8%
200% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.9%
125% higher than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,775/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

D
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$25,803
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty27.9%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,600
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,528
Housing Units254
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,541 ft (470 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Broadband54.4%
Libraries14

Is Grampian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grampian receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Grampian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grampian is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grampian is $64,600, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Grampian experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 63.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Grampian has a population of 497 with a density of 1,775 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

497
Total Population
1,775
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grampian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grampian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grampian is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Grampian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,803
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.9%
125% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Grampian is $64,600, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,528.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,600
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,528

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.8%
Housing Units254
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate7.20%
Grampian has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall63.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,541 ft (470 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,775/sq mi
Coordinates40.9644°N, 78.6117°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 54.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,775/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.4%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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