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Kistler, PA

Pennsylvania

Kistler is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 256. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
256 Population 1,024/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $34,264 per capita
$90,600 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,600 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,600
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population256
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1,024/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$34,264
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$1,677M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,600
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units150
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.1%
Libraries1

Is Kistler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kistler receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kistler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kistler is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kistler is $90,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kistler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kistler has a population of 256 with a density of 1,024 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 10.5% Black.

Population

256
Total Population
1,024
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kistler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kistler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kistler is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Kistler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,264
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$58,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,022
County GDP$1,677M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare120
Retail135
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,873
11% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kistler is $90,600, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,600
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%
Housing Units150
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,873
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
Kistler has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,024/sq mi
Coordinates40.3770°N, 77.8654°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.9-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,024/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities120
Restaurants81
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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