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Homewood at Martinsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Homewood at Martinsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 278. Residents earn $41,563 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
278 Population 3,971/sq mi density
$41,563 Median Income $35,833 per capita
$165,600 Home Value
$1,191 Median Rent 24.6% 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
3.6 / 5.0
$41,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$165,600 home value, $1,191/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,563
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,600
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,191
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

How Homewood at Martinsburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population278
Median Age84.4 yrs
Density3,971/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,563
Per Capita$35,833
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$8,000M

Housing

A
Home Value$165,600
Rent$1,191
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units109
Rent Burden24.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,389 ft (423 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+10.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Broadband52.3%
Libraries8

Is Homewood at Martinsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homewood at Martinsburg 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 below-average incomes. Homewood at Martinsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homewood at Martinsburg is $41,563, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homewood at Martinsburg is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,191 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Homewood at Martinsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Homewood at Martinsburg has a population of 278 with a density of 3,971 people per square mile. The median age is 84.4 years, 117% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

278
Total Population
3,971
People / sq mi
84.4yrs
Median Age
117% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28.1%
Female 71.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Homewood at Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Homewood at Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homewood at Martinsburg is $41,563, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Homewood at Martinsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,563
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,833
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below 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 Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Homewood at Martinsburg is $165,600, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,191 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,600
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,191
2% above US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied10.1%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
Homewood at Martinsburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,389 ft (423 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density3,971/sq mi
Coordinates40.3045°N, 78.3324°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 52.3% 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+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+10.7%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density3,971/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Martinsburg, PA 1,724 pop · 0.6 mi Roaring Spring, PA 2,356 pop · 3.9 mi Claysburg, PA 1,120 pop · 6.3 mi Loop, PA 2,346 pop · 8.6 mi Penn Farms, PA 2,342 pop · 8.8 mi Hollidaysburg, PA 5,581 pop · 9.3 mi Duncansville, PA 1,145 pop · 9.9 mi Lakemont, PA 1,504 pop · 11.5 mi Williamsburg, PA 1,162 pop · 12.8 mi St. Clair, PA 2,755 pop · 13.2 mi Altoona, PA 43,508 pop · 14.5 mi Greenwood, PA 3,017 pop · 16.1 mi Red Hill, PA 2,541 pop · 16.5 mi Gallitzin, PA 1,460 pop · 16.9 mi
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