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Jerome, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Jerome is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 645. Residents earn $58,986 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
645 Population 248/sq mi density
$58,986 Median Income $39,143 per capita
$87,200 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,986 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,200 home value
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,986
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,200
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population645
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans24.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,986
Per Capita$39,143
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units374
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,848 ft (563 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries14

Is Jerome a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jerome receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Jerome stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jerome is $58,986, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jerome is $87,200, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jerome experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°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 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jerome has a population of 645 with a density of 248 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 (98.6%).

Population

645
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jerome vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jerome vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jerome is $58,986, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Jerome vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,986
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,143
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate5.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Jerome is $87,200, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,200
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.4%
Housing Units374
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.33%
Jerome has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,848 ft (563 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates40.2135°N, 78.9809°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 87.8% 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+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density248/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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