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Laurel Mountain, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Laurel Mountain is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 142. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
142 Population 1,092/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $46,015 per capita
$218,200 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,200 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,200
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density1,092/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$46,015
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units109
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,416 ft (432 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.2%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+10.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute22 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries22

Is Laurel Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laurel Mountain 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. Laurel Mountain 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 Mountain is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laurel Mountain is $218,200, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Laurel Mountain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Laurel Mountain has a population of 142 with a density of 1,092 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

142
Total Population
1,092
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Laurel Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Laurel Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laurel Mountain is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Laurel Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,015
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Laurel Mountain is $218,200, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,200
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.7%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
Laurel Mountain has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,416 ft (432 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,092/sq mi
Coordinates40.2112°N, 79.1850°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.2%
22% above US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,092/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.3%

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