Hughestown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Hughestown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,461. Residents earn $81,750 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,461 Population 1,679/sq mi density
$81,750 Median Income $36,781 per capita
$168,200 Home Value
$900 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$81,750 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,200 home value, $900/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,750
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $168,200
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,461
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density1,679/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,750
Per Capita$36,781
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,200
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation757 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute26 min
Libraries10

Is Hughestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hughestown receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hughestown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hughestown is $81,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hughestown is $168,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hughestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hughestown has a population of 1,461 with a density of 1,679 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%).

Population

1,461
Total Population
1,679
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hughestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hughestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hughestown is $81,750, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hughestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,750
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,781
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hughestown is $168,200, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,200
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% 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-Occupied72.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate3.90%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Hughestown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation757 ft (231 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,679/sq mi
Coordinates41.3289°N, 75.7700°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,679/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home14.7%

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