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Larke, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Larke is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 29.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
29 Population 181/sq mi density
$220,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female66% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans25.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,697
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$220,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units21
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute35 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries8

Is Larke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Larke receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Larke stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Larke is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Larke experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Larke has a population of 29 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

29
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.5%
Female 34.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Larke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Larke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Larke is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Larke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,697
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone46.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home53.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Larke is $220,000, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units21
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.20%
Larke has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates40.4249°N, 78.2086°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 43.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.5%
29% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone46.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home53.3%

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