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Herndon, PA

Pennsylvania

Herndon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 303. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
303 Population 384/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $35,449 per capita
$106,500 Home Value $224,405 Zillow
$686 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
51°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
3.9 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,500 home value, $686/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $686
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population303
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans14.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$35,449
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$4,733M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,500
Rent$686
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,405
Housing Units163
Rent Burden22.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation413 ft (126 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute33 min
Broadband80.7%
Libraries7

Is Herndon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herndon 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. Herndon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herndon is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Herndon is $106,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $686 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Herndon 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.

Herndon has a population of 303 with a density of 384 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

303
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Herndon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Herndon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herndon is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Herndon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,449
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,813
County GDP$4,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare202
Retail262
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Herndon is $106,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $686 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,405.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,405

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$686
41% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%
Housing Units163
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
Herndon 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

Elevation413 ft (126 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates40.7123°N, 76.8526°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 80.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.6%
39% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.7%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities202
Restaurants174
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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