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Laurel Lake, PA

Pennsylvania

Laurel Lake is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 138. Residents earn $95,938 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
138 Population 203/sq mi density
$95,938 Median Income $57,200 per capita
$190,000 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,938
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,938
Per Capita$57,200
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$2,616M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute26 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries4

Is Laurel Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laurel Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Laurel Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laurel Lake is $95,938, 28% 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%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laurel Lake is $190,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Laurel Lake 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.

Laurel Lake has a population of 138 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

138
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Laurel Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Laurel Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laurel Lake is $95,938, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Laurel Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,938
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,200
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$90,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
83% 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 Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Laurel Lake is $190,000, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
Laurel Lake 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

Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates41.9527°N, 75.9226°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 71.0% 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+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants81
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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