Hopwood, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hopwood is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,628. Residents earn $45,608 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,628 Population 861/sq mi density
$45,608 Median Income $45,589 per capita
$184,400 Home Value $181,484 Zillow
$886 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$45,608 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$184,400 home value, $886/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,608
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $886
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,628
Median Age57.9 yrs
Density861/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,608
Per Capita$45,589
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$184,400
Rent$886
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,484

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,108 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute17 min
Libraries4

Is Hopwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopwood receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hopwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopwood is $45,608, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopwood is $184,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hopwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hopwood has a population of 1,628 with a density of 861 people per square mile. The median age is 57.9 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

1,628
Total Population
861
People / sq mi
57.9yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopwood is $45,608, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hopwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,608
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,589
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopwood is $184,400, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $886 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,484.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,400
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,484
Median List Price$189,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,000
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio91.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$886
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.31%

Health Metrics: Hopwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Premature Death12,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.5%
Healthcare Facilities418

Crime Rates: Hopwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Hopwood has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,108 ft (338 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density861/sq mi
Coordinates39.8773°N, 79.7017°W
County FIPS42051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density861/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Work from Home4.7%

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