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Laboratory, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Laboratory is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 993. Residents earn $94,145 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
993 Population 1,273/sq mi density
$94,145 Median Income $52,624 per capita
$214,600 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$94,145 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,600 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,145
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $214,600
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.2%
152% higher than US avg

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

People

Population993
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density1,273/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$94,145
Per Capita$52,624
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty31.2%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,341 ft (409 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute19 min
Broadband94.4%
Libraries14

Is Laboratory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laboratory receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Laboratory offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laboratory is $94,145, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 31.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laboratory is $214,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Laboratory experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Laboratory has a population of 993 with a density of 1,273 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

993
Total Population
1,273
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Laboratory vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Laboratory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laboratory is $94,145, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Laboratory vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,145
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,624
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.2%
152% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Laboratory is $214,600, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,600
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
Laboratory has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°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

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,341 ft (409 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,273/sq mi
Coordinates40.1514°N, 80.2147°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,273/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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