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Lilly, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lilly is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 785. Residents earn $63,056 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
785 Population 1,539/sq mi density
$63,056 Median Income $27,744 per capita
$98,800 Home Value $135,163 Zillow
$819 Median Rent 39.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$63,056 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value, $819/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,056
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population785
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,539/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,056
Per Capita$27,744
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,163
Housing Units392
Rent Burden39.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,898 ft (579 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries14

Is Lilly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lilly receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lilly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lilly is $63,056, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lilly is $98,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lilly 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 48.7 inches, including 79.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lilly has a population of 785 with a density of 1,539 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

785
Total Population
1,539
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lilly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lilly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lilly is $63,056, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Lilly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,056
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,744
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lilly is $98,800, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,163.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,163

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% below US avg
Rent Burden39.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.3%
Housing Units392
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.71%
Lilly 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 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall79.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,898 ft (579 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,539/sq mi
Coordinates40.4242°N, 78.6202°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,539/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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