Lorane, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lorane is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,633. Residents earn $86,064 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
4,633 Population 2,603/sq mi density
$86,064 Median Income $41,568 per capita
$236,100 Home Value
$1,776 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$86,064 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$236,100 home value, $1,776/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,064
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $236,100
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.8%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,776
53% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,633
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density2,603/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,064
Per Capita$41,568
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$236,100
Rent$1,776
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation239 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute24 min
Libraries25

Is Lorane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lorane receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lorane stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lorane is $86,064, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lorane is $236,100, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,776 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lorane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lorane has a population of 4,633 with a density of 2,603 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

4,633
Total Population
2,603
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lorane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lorane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lorane is $86,064, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Lorane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,064
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,568
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lorane is $236,100, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,776 (53% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,100
16% below US avg
Median List Price$255,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$255,000
$/Sq Ft$120
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,776
53% above 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-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Lorane has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation239 ft (73 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density2,603/sq mi
Coordinates40.2942°N, 75.8482°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.8%
6% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,603/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home22.0%

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