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Jamison City, PA

Pennsylvania

Jamison City is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 257. Residents earn $92,621 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
257 Population 643/sq mi density
$92,621 Median Income $38,358 per capita
$179,200 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$92,621 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,200 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,621
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $179,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density643/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,621
Per Capita$38,358
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$327M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units183
Rent Burden27.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,022 ft (312 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Broadband95.8%
Libraries1

Is Jamison City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamison City receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Jamison City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamison City is $92,621, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamison City is $179,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamison City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jamison City has a population of 257 with a density of 643 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

257
Total Population
643
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamison City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jamison City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamison City is $92,621, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Jamison City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,621
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,358
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$77,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)181
County GDP$327M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare17
Retail24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,700
63% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamison City is $179,200, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,200
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.3%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,700
63% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
Jamison City has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 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) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,022 ft (312 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density643/sq mi
Coordinates41.2973°N, 76.3703°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.9-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density643/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants22
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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