Huntingdon, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Huntingdon is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 6,884. Residents earn $66,429 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
6,884 Population 1,902/sq mi density
$66,429 Median Income $32,655 per capita
$189,400 Home Value $197,068 Zillow
$832 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$66,429 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,400 home value, $832/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,429
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,400
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $832
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,884
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,902/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,429
Per Capita$32,655
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,400
Rent$832
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,068

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation776 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Huntingdon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huntingdon receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Huntingdon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huntingdon is $66,429, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huntingdon is $189,400, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Huntingdon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Huntingdon has a population of 6,884 with a density of 1,902 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

6,884
Total Population
1,902
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Huntingdon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huntingdon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huntingdon is $66,429, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Huntingdon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,429
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,655
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% 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
Effective Tax Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Huntingdon is $189,400, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,068.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,400
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,068

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$832
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$790
1 Bedroom$833
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,320
4 Bedrooms$1,632

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.56%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Premature Death10,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.5%
Healthcare Facilities462

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Huntingdon has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation776 ft (237 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density1,902/sq mi
Coordinates40.4982°N, 78.0073°W
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,902/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home14.2%

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