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Laporte, PA

Pennsylvania

Laporte is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 268. Residents earn $70,972 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
268 Population 250/sq mi density
$70,972 Median Income $31,618 per capita
$175,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,972 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,000 home value, $950/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,972
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population268
Median Age67.8 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,972
Per Capita$31,618
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$327M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units230
Rent Burden24.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,842 ft (561 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute15 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1

Is Laporte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laporte receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Laporte stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laporte is $70,972, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laporte is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Laporte 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 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches, including 69.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Laporte has a population of 268 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 67.8 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

268
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
67.8yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Laporte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Laporte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laporte is $70,972, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Laporte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,972
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,618
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$77,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)181
County GDP$327M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare17
Retail24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,700
63% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Laporte is $175,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%
Housing Units230
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,700
63% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
Laporte 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 53.3 inches. The area enjoys 271 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 Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall69.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,842 ft (561 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates41.4171°N, 76.4924°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.9-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants22
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

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