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Gratz, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Gratz is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 682.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
682 Population 231/sq mi density
$130,400 Home Value
$766 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $130,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $766
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population682
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,003
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$130,400
Rent$766
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units418
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation785 ft (239 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute21 min
Broadband44.9%
Libraries10

Is Gratz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gratz receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gratz faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gratz is $130,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $766 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gratz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gratz has a population of 682 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.2%).

Population

682
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.7%
Female 39.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gratz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.0%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.0%
116% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gratz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gratz is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Gratz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,003
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Gratz is $130,400, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $766 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,400
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$766
34% 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-Occupied42.4%
Housing Units418
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate4.76%
Gratz has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall29.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation785 ft (239 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates40.6073°N, 76.7157°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 44.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.9%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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