Lock Haven, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Clinton County County
Lock Haven, PA
At a Glance
How Lock Haven Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lock Haven's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lock Haven a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lock Haven residents earn a median household income of $40,131 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,322. The unemployment rate stands at 8.8% (144% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 917 business establishments, including 88 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lock Haven is $127,500 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $205,150. Median rent is $794/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Lock Haven reports 280 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,537/100K.
Education
24.1% of adults in Lock Haven hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lock Haven has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches.