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Hawk Run, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hawk Run is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 496.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
496 Population 620/sq mi density
$57,700 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $57,700
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Unemployment 26.6%
639% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.1%
240% higher than US avg

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

People

Population496
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density620/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans28.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,521
Unemployment26.6%
Poverty42.1%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$57,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units285
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,440 ft (439 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.3%
Libraries8

Is Hawk Run a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hawk Run receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Hawk Run faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 26.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 42.1% 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 Hawk Run is $57,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hawk Run experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hawk Run has a population of 496 with a density of 620 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 (100%).

Population

496
Total Population
620
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hawk Run vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hawk Run vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hawk Run is N/A. The unemployment rate is 26.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 42.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hawk Run vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,521
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment26.6%
639% above US avg
Poverty Rate42.1%
240% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hawk Run is $57,700, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,700
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%
Housing Units285
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate8.40%
Hawk Run has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,440 ft (439 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density620/sq mi
Coordinates40.9243°N, 78.2031°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density620/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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