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Grindstone, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Grindstone is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 592.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
592 Population 448/sq mi density
$97,300 Home Value $87,445 Zillow
$1,064 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $97,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,064
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population592
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density448/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans15.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$42,988
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$97,300
Rent$1,064
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$87,445
Housing Units356
Rent Burden9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+85.9%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries22

Is Grindstone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grindstone receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Grindstone has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grindstone is $97,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,064 per month.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Grindstone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°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 40.9 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Grindstone has a population of 592 with a density of 448 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%).

Population

592
Total Population
448
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.1%
Female 65.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Grindstone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grindstone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grindstone is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Grindstone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$42,988
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grindstone is $97,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,064 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,445.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$87,445

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,064
9% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.4%
Housing Units356
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate6.28%
Grindstone has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density448/sq mi
Coordinates40.0219°N, 79.8231°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+85.9%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density448/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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