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Ickesburg, PA

Pennsylvania

Ickesburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 347. Residents earn $72,262 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
347 Population 846/sq mi density
$72,262 Median Income $23,111 per capita
$196,900 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,262 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,900 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,262
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,900
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density846/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,262
Per Capita$23,111
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,025M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute39 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1

Is Ickesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ickesburg receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Ickesburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ickesburg is $72,262, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ickesburg is $196,900, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ickesburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ickesburg has a population of 347 with a density of 846 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

347
Total Population
846
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ickesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ickesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ickesburg is $72,262, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Ickesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,262
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,111
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$63,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)581
County GDP$1,025M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare36
Retail67
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,118
18% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ickesburg is $196,900, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,900
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,118
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
Ickesburg 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 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density846/sq mi
Coordinates40.4587°N, 77.3541°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.4-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density846/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants32
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

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