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Herminie, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Herminie is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 421. Residents earn $55,909 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
421 Population 1,754/sq mi density
$55,909 Median Income $23,337 per capita
$115,600 Home Value $162,791 Zillow
$1,228 Median Rent 34.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$55,909 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,600 home value, $1,228/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,909
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,228
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.3%
96% higher than US avg

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

People

Population421
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density1,754/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans21.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,909
Per Capita$23,337
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.3%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,600
Rent$1,228
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,791
Housing Units255
Rent Burden34.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation992 ft (302 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute23 min
Broadband97.6%
Libraries22

Is Herminie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herminie receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Herminie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herminie is $55,909, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Herminie is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,228 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Herminie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Herminie has a population of 421 with a density of 1,754 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%).

Population

421
Total Population
1,754
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.7%
Female 66.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Herminie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Herminie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herminie is $55,909, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Herminie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,909
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,337
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.3%
96% 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 Rate5.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Herminie is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,228 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,791

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,228
6% above US avg
Rent Burden34.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.4%
Housing Units255
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate5.28%
Herminie has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation992 ft (302 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,754/sq mi
Coordinates40.2632°N, 79.7136°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 97.6% 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+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,754/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.6%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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