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Hop Bottom, PA

Pennsylvania

Hop Bottom is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 283. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 464/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $26,412 per capita
$112,900 Home Value
$1,102 Median Rent 34.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,900 home value, $1,102/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,900
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,102
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$26,412
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$2,616M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,900
Rent$1,102
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden34.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation845 ft (258 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute28 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries4

Is Hop Bottom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hop Bottom receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hop Bottom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hop Bottom is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hop Bottom is $112,900, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,102 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hop Bottom has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hop Bottom has a population of 283 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

283
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hop Bottom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hop Bottom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hop Bottom is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hop Bottom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,412
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$90,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)990
County GDP$2,616M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare59
Retail141
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hop Bottom is $112,900, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,102 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,900
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,102
5% below US avg
Rent Burden34.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Rate4.49%
Hop Bottom has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation845 ft (258 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates41.7037°N, 75.7657°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+87.8%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density464/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants81
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

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