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Iola, PA

Pennsylvania

Iola is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 129. Residents earn $13,750 per year, which is 82% below the national average.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
129 Population 478/sq mi density
$13,750 Median Income $11,511 per capita
$262,500 Home Value
$624 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$262,500 home value, $624/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,750
82% lower than US avg
Home Value $262,500
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $624
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 53.1%
328% higher than US avg

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

People

Population129
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density478/mi²
Male / Female30% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,750
Per Capita$11,511
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty53.1%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute16 min

Housing

F
Home Value$262,500
Rent$624
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units73
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation660 ft (201 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+74.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute16 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries4

Is Iola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iola receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Iola faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Iola is $13,750, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 53.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Iola is $262,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $624 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 19.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Iola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°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 43.5 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Iola has a population of 129 with a density of 478 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

129
Total Population
478
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.5%
Female 70.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Iola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Iola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iola is $13,750, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 53.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Iola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,750
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,511
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate53.1%
328% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Iola is $262,500, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $624 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,500
7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$84
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio87.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$624
46% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied15.0%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
Iola 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 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation660 ft (201 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density478/sq mi
Coordinates41.1338°N, 76.5307°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+74.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density478/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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