Lightstreet, PA

Pennsylvania

Lightstreet is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,273. Residents earn $40,658 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,273 Population 1,299/sq mi density
$40,658 Median Income $27,192 per capita
$152,200 Home Value
$1,055 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$40,658 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$152,200 home value, $1,055/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,658
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,200
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.2%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,055
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,273
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density1,299/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,658
Per Capita$27,192
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,200
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation627 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.2%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Lightstreet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lightstreet receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lightstreet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lightstreet is $40,658, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lightstreet is $152,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lightstreet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lightstreet has a population of 1,273 with a density of 1,299 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

1,273
Total Population
1,299
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lightstreet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lightstreet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lightstreet is $40,658, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lightstreet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,658
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,192
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lightstreet is $152,200, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,200
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,055
9% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%

Health Metrics: Lightstreet vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Premature Death8,535/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities191

Crime Rates: Lightstreet vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Lightstreet has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,299/sq mi
Coordinates41.0398°N, 76.4187°W
County FIPS42037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.2%
4% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,299/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home23.8%

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