Industry, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Industry is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,657. Residents earn $71,742 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,657 Population 6,373/sq mi density
$71,742 Median Income $35,341 per capita
$184,400 Home Value $184,911 Zillow
$1,196 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,742 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,400 home value, $1,196/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,742
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,196
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,657
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density6,373/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,742
Per Capita$35,341
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,400
Rent$1,196
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,911

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation775 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute27 min
Libraries72

Is Industry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Industry receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Industry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Industry is $71,742, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.6% 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 Industry is $184,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,196 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Industry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Industry has a population of 1,657 with a density of 6,373 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

1,657
Total Population
6,373
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Industry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Industry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Industry is $71,742, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Industry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,742
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,341
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Industry is $184,400, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,196 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,911.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,400
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,911

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,196
3% above 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-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate4.80%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Industry has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation775 ft (236 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density6,373/sq mi
Coordinates40.2665°N, 79.7931°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,373/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home12.4%

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