Loyalhanna, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Loyalhanna is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,425. Residents earn $68,611 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,425 Population 1,451/sq mi density
$68,611 Median Income $40,135 per capita
$162,600 Home Value
$756 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,611 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,600 home value, $756/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,611
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,600
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $756
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,425
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density1,451/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,611
Per Capita$40,135
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,600
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Elevation1,150 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute21 min
Broadband82.4%
Libraries22

Is Loyalhanna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loyalhanna receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Loyalhanna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loyalhanna is $68,611, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loyalhanna is $162,600, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Loyalhanna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 29.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Loyalhanna has a population of 3,425 with a density of 1,451 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

3,425
Total Population
1,451
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Loyalhanna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Loyalhanna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loyalhanna is $68,611, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Loyalhanna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,611
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,135
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Loyalhanna is $162,600, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,600
42% below US avg
Median List Price$213,700

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$213,700
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops35.7%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$756
35% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.76%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Loyalhanna has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density1,451/sq mi
Coordinates40.3144°N, 79.3561°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,451/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home6.4%

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