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Lattimer, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lattimer is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 879. Residents earn $31,427 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
879 Population 3,822/sq mi density
$31,427 Median Income $24,164 per capita
$207,100 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$31,427 median income, 5.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$207,100 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,427
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.9%
270% higher than US avg

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

People

Population879
Median Age64.0 yrs
Density3,822/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$31,427
Per Capita$24,164
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty45.9%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute21 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$207,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units363
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Lattimer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lattimer receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lattimer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lattimer is $31,427, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 45.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lattimer is $207,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% 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

Lattimer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lattimer has a population of 879 with a density of 3,822 people per square mile. The median age is 64.0 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

879
Total Population
3,822
People / sq mi
64.0yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lattimer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lattimer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lattimer is $31,427, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lattimer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,427
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,164
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$62,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate45.9%
270% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,305
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare175
Retail196
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lattimer is $207,100, 27% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,100
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.8%
Housing Units363
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
Lattimer has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density3,822/sq mi
Coordinates40.9929°N, 75.9607°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,822/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants132
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Nearby Cities

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