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Loysville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Loysville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 575. Residents earn $39,659 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
575 Population 581/sq mi density
$39,659 Median Income $26,711 per capita
$201,800 Home Value
$392 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,659 median income, 2.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$201,800 home value, $392/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,659
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $201,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $392
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population575
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density581/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,659
Per Capita$26,711
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$1,362M
Commute34 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$201,800
Rent$392
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation669 ft (204 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute34 min
Broadband76.8%
Libraries4

Is Loysville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loysville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Loysville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loysville is $39,659, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loysville is $201,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $392 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Loysville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Loysville has a population of 575 with a density of 581 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 4.5% Black.

Population

575
Total Population
581
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Loysville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Loysville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loysville is $39,659, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Loysville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,659
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,711
Avg Weekly Wage$821
IRS Avg AGI$66,071

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)896
County GDP$1,362M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare74
Retail126
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,484
28% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Loysville is $201,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $392 (66% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,800
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$392
66% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,484
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
Loysville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density581/sq mi
Coordinates40.3702°N, 77.3354°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 76.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density581/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants72
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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