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Laurel Run, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Laurel Run is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 480. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
480 Population 94/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $35,874 per capita
$61,400 Home Value
$1,321 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,400 home value, $1,321/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,400
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,321
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population480
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$35,874
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,400
Rent$1,321
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units220
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,537 ft (468 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband79.8%
Libraries16

Is Laurel Run a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laurel Run receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Laurel Run offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laurel Run is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laurel Run is $61,400, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,321 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Laurel Run experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°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 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Laurel Run has a population of 480 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%).

Population

480
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.2%
Female 40.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Laurel Run vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Laurel Run vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laurel Run is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Laurel Run vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,874
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,474
County GDP$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants769
Healthcare993
Retail1,145
Manufacturing299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Laurel Run is $61,400, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,321 (14% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,400
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,321
14% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%
Housing Units220
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate9.90%
Laurel Run has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,537 ft (468 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates41.2195°N, 75.8446°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 79.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.8%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home1.1%

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