Pennsylvania
Honesdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,465. Residents earn $38,469 per year, which is 49% below the national average.
Based on current data, Honesdale receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Honesdale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Honesdale is $38,469, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Honesdale is $180,600, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Honesdale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 23 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,435 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Honesdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,469 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,886 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,017 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,718 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.7% |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,445 |
| County GDP | $2,652M |
| Restaurants | 164 |
| Healthcare | 133 |
| Retail | 199 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,971 |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.86% |
| Commute Time | 18.5 min |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
| Census Median | $180,600 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $282,626 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,094 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,971 |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.86% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,326/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
| Total Violent | 23.4/100K |
| 94% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 23.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,435.0/100K |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 421.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,943.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 70.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.3 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,167 ft (356 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5757°N, 75.2508°W |
| County FIPS | 42127 |
Winner: Republican by 37.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.3% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,151/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
| Restaurants | 164 |
| Retail Stores | 199 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 18.5 min |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |