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Kirkwood, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Kirkwood is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 503. Residents earn $56,477 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
503 Population 227/sq mi density
$56,477 Median Income $32,299 per capita
$298,200 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$56,477 median income, 4.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$298,200 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,477
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $298,200
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.8%
156% higher than US avg

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

People

Population503
Median Age24.4 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,477
Per Capita$32,299
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty31.8%
County GDP$17,906M
Commute18 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$298,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units86
Rent Burden28.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation498 ft (152 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+66.8%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries13

Is Kirkwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkwood receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kirkwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirkwood is $56,477, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirkwood is $298,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirkwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kirkwood has a population of 503 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

503
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.7%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.3%
44% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kirkwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkwood is $56,477, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Kirkwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,477
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,299
Avg Weekly Wage$1,318
IRS Avg AGI$91,308

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.8%
156% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,155
County GDP$17,906M

Business (County)

Restaurants447
Healthcare665
Retail664
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,446
27% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkwood is $298,200, 6% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,200
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.8%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,446
27% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
Kirkwood has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation498 ft (152 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates39.8471°N, 76.0834°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.7%
D 41.9%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+66.8%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities665
Restaurants447
Retail Stores664

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

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