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Lanesboro, PA

Pennsylvania

Lanesboro is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 628. Residents earn $33,194 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
628 Population 240/sq mi density
$33,194 Median Income $20,888 per capita
$113,500 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$33,194 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$113,500 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,194
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population628
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density240/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,194
Per Capita$20,888
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$2,616M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,500
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units254
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute24 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries4

Is Lanesboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lanesboro receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lanesboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lanesboro is $33,194, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lanesboro is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lanesboro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lanesboro has a population of 628 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

628
Total Population
240
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lanesboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lanesboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lanesboro is $33,194, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Lanesboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,194
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,888
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$90,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)990
County GDP$2,616M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare59
Retail141
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lanesboro is $113,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% 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-Occupied53.9%
Housing Units254
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Rate4.47%
Lanesboro has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density240/sq mi
Coordinates41.9637°N, 75.5762°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density240/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants81
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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