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Houtzdale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Houtzdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 858. Residents earn $62,083 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
858 Population 2,258/sq mi density
$62,083 Median Income $29,208 per capita
$96,400 Home Value $120,861 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$62,083 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,400 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,083
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population858
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density2,258/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,083
Per Capita$29,208
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,400
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,861
Housing Units372
Rent Burden18.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,525 ft (465 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband81.7%
Libraries8

Is Houtzdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Houtzdale receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Houtzdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Houtzdale is $62,083, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Houtzdale is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Houtzdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°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 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Houtzdale has a population of 858 with a density of 2,258 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

858
Total Population
2,258
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Houtzdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Houtzdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Houtzdale is $62,083, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Houtzdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,083
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,208
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% 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 Rate5.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Houtzdale is $96,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,861.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,400
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,861

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%
Housing Units372
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.03%
Houtzdale has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,525 ft (465 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,258/sq mi
Coordinates40.8251°N, 78.3510°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 81.7% 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+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,258/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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