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Irvona, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Irvona is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 487. Residents earn $45,313 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
487 Population 524/sq mi density
$45,313 Median Income $28,295 per capita
$90,800 Home Value $112,953 Zillow
$694 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$45,313 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,800 home value, $694/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,313
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population487
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,313
Per Capita$28,295
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,800
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,953
Housing Units246
Rent Burden35.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,367 ft (417 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries14

Is Irvona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irvona receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Irvona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irvona is $45,313, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irvona is $90,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Irvona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Irvona has a population of 487 with a density of 524 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

487
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Irvona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Irvona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irvona is $45,313, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Irvona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,313
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,295
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above 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 Rate5.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Irvona is $90,800, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,953.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,800
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,953

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.8%
Housing Units246
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.12%
Irvona has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,367 ft (417 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates40.7738°N, 78.5503°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 89.8% 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+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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