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Julian, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Julian is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 183. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
183 Population 1,220/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $28,420 per capita
$203,800 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$203,800 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $203,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,220/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$28,420
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$11,249M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units70
Rent Burden35.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation848 ft (258 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute25 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries5

Is Julian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Julian receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Julian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Julian is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Julian is $203,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Julian experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Julian has a population of 183 with a density of 1,220 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

183
Total Population
1,220
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Julian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Julian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Julian is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Julian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,420
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$84,665

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,610
County GDP$11,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants342
Healthcare404
Retail407
Manufacturing161

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Julian is $203,800, 28% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,800
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Housing Units70
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
Julian has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall43.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation848 ft (258 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Coordinates40.8615°N, 77.9429°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.9%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants342
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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