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Lumber City, PA

Pennsylvania

Lumber City is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 230.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
230 Population 1,211/sq mi density
$107,500 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $107,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.7%
336% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.6%
268% higher than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density1,211/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,690
Unemployment15.7%
Poverty45.6%
County GDP$2,340M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$107,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units124
Rent Burden25.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation730 ft (223 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute15 min
Broadband87.5%
Libraries2

Is Lumber City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lumber City receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Lumber City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 45.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lumber City is $107,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lumber City 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 42.1 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lumber City has a population of 230 with a density of 1,211 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

230
Total Population
1,211
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.3%
Female 31.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lumber City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lumber City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lumber City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Lumber City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,690
Avg Weekly Wage$1,005
IRS Avg AGI$56,938

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.7%
336% above US avg
Poverty Rate45.6%
268% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,093
County GDP$2,340M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare124
Retail170
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,203
20% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lumber City is $107,500, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,500
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units124
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,203
20% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
Lumber City 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 42.1 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 Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation730 ft (223 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,211/sq mi
Coordinates40.6579°N, 77.6012°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42087
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 56.4-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 56.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,211/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants88
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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