Hegins, PA

Pennsylvania

Hegins is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,103. Residents earn $90,829 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,103 Population 552/sq mi density
$90,829 Median Income $41,005 per capita
$209,800 Home Value $226,333 Zillow
$800 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,829 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$209,800 home value, $800/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,829
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $209,800
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.6%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,103
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density552/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,829
Per Capita$41,005
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,800
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,333

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation853 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Libraries14

Is Hegins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hegins receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hegins stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hegins is $90,829, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hegins is $209,800, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hegins 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.

Hegins has a population of 1,103 with a density of 552 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,103
Total Population
552
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hegins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hegins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hegins is $90,829, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hegins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,829
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,005
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hegins is $209,800, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,333.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,800
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,333

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% 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-Occupied79.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Premature Death10,001/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Hegins 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

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density552/sq mi
Coordinates40.6524°N, 76.4876°W
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% 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+30.6%
9% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density552/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home2.4%

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