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Indian Lake, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Indian Lake is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 342. Residents earn $113,125 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
342 Population 96/sq mi density
$113,125 Median Income $71,818 per capita
$405,300 Home Value
$1,700 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$113,125 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$405,300 home value, $1,700/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,125
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $405,300
44% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.9%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,700
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population342
Median Age60.7 yrs
Density96/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,125
Per Capita$71,818
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute54 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$405,300
Rent$1,700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units592
Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,379 ft (725 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.9%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+16.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute54 min
Broadband93.8%
Libraries14

Is Indian Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indian Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Indian Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indian Lake is $113,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Indian Lake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indian Lake is $405,300, 44% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,700 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Indian Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Indian Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Indian Lake has a population of 342 with a density of 96 people per square mile. The median age is 60.7 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

342
Total Population
96
People / sq mi
60.7yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Indian Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Indian Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indian Lake is $113,125, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Indian Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,125
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$71,818
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time54.0 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Indian Lake is $405,300, 44% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,700 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$405,300
44% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,700
46% above US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.1%
Housing Units592
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
Indian Lake has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Indian Lake has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,379 ft (725 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates40.0418°N, 78.8669°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 47.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.9%
42% above US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+16.8%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density96/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute54.0 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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