At a Glance
Median Income
$69,087
$30,021 per capita
Bachelor's Degree+
0.0%
100.0% high school+
Unemployment
0.0%
0.0% poverty rate
Obesity Rate
43.8%
26.6% smoking rate
How Locust Gap Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Locust Gap's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Thin vertical line = U.S. national average (100%)
Is Locust Gap a Good Place to Live?
A+
4.7 / 5.0 - Excellent
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.
Economy & Jobs
Locust Gap residents earn a median household income of $69,087 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149.
Per capita income is $30,021. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,961 business establishments, including 248 restaurants.
Education
0.0% of adults in Locust Gap hold a bachelor's degree or higher
(100% below the national average).
100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 48.0 inches.
Data Overview
People
Population197
Median Age63.1 yrs
Density857/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Foreign Born0.0%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,087
Per Capita$30,021
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,492M
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
Housing
Home Value
Rent
Ownership85.5%
Zillow$61,203
Rent Burden25.9%
Health
Obesity43.8%
Diabetes16.0%
Smoking26.6%
Heart Disease8.6%
Premature Death10,001/100K
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation1,184 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.5/10
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Broadband62.3%
Internet Speed197 Mbps
EV Stations1
Libraries14
Did You Know?
The nearest airport is Hazleton Regional (28 miles).
The Gini coefficient (income inequality) is 0.428 (U.S. avg: 0.490).
Natural hazard risk is rated "Relatively Moderate" by FEMA.
31.0% of the population has a disability.
Average internet download speed is 197 Mbps.
There are 248 restaurants in the area.
The county recorded 15 fatal vehicle crashes.