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Locust Gap, PA

Pennsylvania

Locust Gap is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 197. Residents earn $69,087 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
197 Population 857/sq mi density
$69,087 Median Income $30,021 per capita
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,087 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,087
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age63.1 yrs
Density857/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,087
Per Capita$30,021
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute48 min

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute48 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries14

Is Locust Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Locust Gap receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Locust Gap stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Locust Gap is $69,087, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Locust Gap experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Locust Gap has a population of 197 with a density of 857 people per square mile. The median age is 63.1 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

197
Total Population
857
People / sq mi
63.1yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Locust Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Locust Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Locust Gap is $69,087, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Locust Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,087
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,021
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Locust Gap has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density857/sq mi
Coordinates40.7700°N, 76.4406°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density857/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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