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Kersey, PA

Pennsylvania

Kersey is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 679. Residents earn $60,288 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
679 Population 438/sq mi density
$60,288 Median Income $40,228 per capita
$211,400 Home Value
$619 Median Rent 36.0% 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
2.8 / 5.0
$60,288 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$211,400 home value, $619/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,288
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $211,400
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $619
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.8%
173% higher than US avg

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

People

Population679
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density438/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,288
Per Capita$40,228
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty33.8%
County GDP$1,830M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,400
Rent$619
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units342
Rent Burden36.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,895 ft (578 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute16 min
Broadband97.8%
Libraries4

Is Kersey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kersey 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. Kersey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kersey is $60,288, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.8% 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 Kersey is $211,400, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kersey 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 45.6 inches, including 52.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kersey has a population of 679 with a density of 438 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

679
Total Population
438
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kersey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kersey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kersey is $60,288, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Kersey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,288
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,228
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$64,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.8%
173% above US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$1,830M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare114
Retail121
Manufacturing132

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,322
23% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kersey is $211,400, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $619 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,400
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$619
47% below US avg
Rent Burden36.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%
Housing Units342
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,322
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
Kersey 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 45.6 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 (20°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall52.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,895 ft (578 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density438/sq mi
Coordinates41.3573°N, 78.6092°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 97.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density438/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants82
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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