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Hopeland, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hopeland is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 746. Residents earn $92,893 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
746 Population 1,130/sq mi density
$92,893 Median Income $32,792 per capita
$260,200 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$92,893 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$260,200 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,893
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,200
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population746
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density1,130/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,893
Per Capita$32,792
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units242
Rent Burden28.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation510 ft (155 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries17

Is Hopeland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopeland receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hopeland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopeland is $92,893, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopeland is $260,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hopeland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hopeland has a population of 746 with a density of 1,130 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%).

Population

746
Total Population
1,130
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopeland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopeland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopeland is $92,893, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hopeland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,893
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,792
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopeland is $260,200, 8% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,200
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.3%
Housing Units242
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
Hopeland has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation510 ft (155 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,130/sq mi
Coordinates40.2288°N, 76.2624°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.6%
27% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,130/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.1%

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